A number of variables may influence the patient's communication ...

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A number of variables may influence the patient's communication with the health care team. Which of the following is an example of an interpersonal variable?
 
  a. Postoperative discomfort
  b. An extremely warm room
  c. A talkative roommate
  d. A loud television

Question 2

The nurse recognizes that special care must be taken in the handling of which of the following bodily fluids to prevent the transmission of hepatitis A?
 
  a. Blood
  b. Feces
  c. Saliva
  d. Vaginal secretions

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Answer to Question 1

A

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A Interpersonal variables are factors within both the sender and receiver that influence communication. Perception is one such variable; each person's view of reality is unique and is formed by his or her expectations or experiences. Examples of interpersonal variables are postoperative discomfort, anxiety, and medication effects.
B An extremely warm room is an example of an environmental variable that may affect communication because of the resulting discomfort.
C A talkative roommate is an example of an environmental variable that may affect communication because of the distraction and lack of privacy.
D Noise, such as a loud television, is an example of an environmental variable that may affect communication.

Answer to Question 2

B
To prevent the transmission of hepatitis A, the nurse must take special care when handling feces.
Hepatitis B and C may be found in blood.
Hepatitis A is not found in saliva.
Hepatitis A is not found in vaginal secretions.