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craiczarry

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The nurse must tell a 94-year-old resident of a nursing home that his wife has fallen and has been hospitalized with a broken hip. What is the most effective method for the nurse to deliver the news?
 
  a. Hurry through the conversation to spare the resident.
  b. Conserve time by delaying plans for follow-up.
  c. Use social conversation before the delivery of the information.
  d. Gather all pertinent information that is accurate.

Question 2

What is the correct term for the area between 18 inches and 4 feet of a person?
 
  a. Public space
  b. Social space
  c. Personal space
  d. Intimate space



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The nurse should gather all the pertinent information to address the resident's questions. The message should be direct and simple, and time should be allowed for the resident to react. Follow-up plans should be considered.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
A distance of 18 inches to 4 feet is considered personal space.



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