The nurse completes the admission process of a client to an acute ...

[stevenposner]

The nurse completes the admission process of a client to an acute care facility. Which statement by the nurse demonstrates the communication technique of focusing?
 
  A) You have been having a great deal of fatigue for the last 3 months.
  B) You are hoping to figure out the cause of your extreme fatigue during this hospital stay.
  C) You are frustrated because you are too tired to perform normal activities.
  D) You are unsure of what helps or prevents your fatigue.

Question 2

The nurse is providing education to a client who sometimes has difficulty remembering information. Which form of communication will be most helpful for this client?
 
  A) Verbal communication
  B) Meta-communication
  C) Nonverbal communication
  D) Written communication

[sailorcrescent]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
Feedback:
This statement focuses on the client's chief complaint and the goal for this admission. The other statements demonstrate the communication technique of clarifying.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Feedback:
While all forms of communication can be used during education, it will be essential to use written communication for this client. This will allow the client to refer back to important points presented.

[stevenposner]

Both answers were spot on, thank you once again

[sailorcrescent]

Great! Please up vote