The nurse plans to encourage an anxious client to talk about his feelings and concerns. The rationale
for this intervention is that
a. offering hope allays the client's anxiety.
b. concerns stated aloud become less overwhelming and can serve as the basis for
problem solving.
c. anxiety can be reduced by focusing on and validating what is occurring in the
environment.
d. encouraging clients to explore alternatives increases the sense of control and
lessens anxiety.
Question 2
During a group therapy session, a newly admitted client suddenly says to the nurse How old are
you? You do not act old enough to be helpful to any of us.. The most appropriate response the nurse
might make is
a. I wonder why you ask..
b. I am old enough to be a nurse..
c. My age should not really concern you..
d. You are wondering whether I have enough experience to lead this group..
Client position when assessing jugular vein distention.
Hubba Hubba Nurse Smiley
Nurse's hand over patients abdomen
Client files are kept in alphabetical order in locked file cabinets.
Positioning the client
Position the client