Author Question: Which is considered a block to effective communication? a. Using silence b. Using clichs c. ... (Read 36 times)

sammy

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 818
Which is considered a block to effective communication?
 
  a. Using silence
  b. Using clichs
  c. Directing the focus
  d. Defining the problem

Question 2

The nurse is monitoring a client in the active stage of labor. Which conditions associated with fetal compromise should the nurse monitor? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Maternal hypotension
  b. Fetal heart rate of 140 to 150 bpm
  c. Meconium-stained amniotic fluid
  d. Maternal fever38 C (100.4 F) or higher
  e. Complete uterine relaxation of more than 30 seconds between contractions



tashiedavis420

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 329
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Using stereotyped comments or clichs can block effective communication. After the nurse uses such trite phrases, parents often do not respond. Silence can be an effective interviewing tool. Silence permits the interviewee to sort out thoughts and feelings and search for responses to questions. To be effective, the nurse must be able to direct the focus of the interview while allowing maximum freedom of expression. By using open-ended questions and guiding questions, the nurse can obtain the necessary information and maintain a relationship with the family. The nurse and parent must collaborate and define the problem that will be the focus of the nursing intervention.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, D
Conditions associated with fetal compromise include maternal hypotension (may divert blood flow away from the placenta to ensure adequate perfusion of the maternal brain and heart), meconium-stained (greenish) amniotic fluid, and maternal fever (38 C 100.4 F or higher). Fetal heart rate of 110 to 160 bpm for a term fetus is normal. Complete uterine relaxation is a normal finding.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

Fungal nail infections account for up to 30% of all skin infections. They affect 5% of the general population—mostly people over the age of 70.

Did you know?

Pubic lice (crabs) are usually spread through sexual contact. You cannot catch them by using a public toilet.

Did you know?

The U.S. Pharmacopeia Medication Errors Reporting Program states that approximately 50% of all medication errors involve insulin.

Did you know?

Your heart beats over 36 million times a year.

Did you know?

Approximately one in three babies in the United States is now delivered by cesarean section. The number of cesarean sections in the United States has risen 46% since 1996.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library