Answer to Question 1
ANS: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6
Curiosity motivates the nurse to communicate and know more about a person. Perseverance and creativity are also attitudes conducive to communication because they motivate the nurse to communicate and identify innovative solutions. A self-confident attitude is important because the nurse who conveys confidence and comfort while communicating more readily establishes an interpersonal, helping-trust relationship. Risk-taking rather than a guarded attitude is important because colleagues sometimes question the suggested nursing interventions. At the same time, an attitude of fairness goes a long way in the ability to listen to both sides of any discussion.
Answer to Question 2
ANS: 1
Even though some older adults have communication barriers, you need to communicate with them on an adult level and avoid patronizing or speaking in a condescending manner. Older adults do not necessarily have the same barriers as children. The remaining options reflect inter-ventions and/or statements that are not inappropriate and so do not require further instructions.
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The patient and his family meet with the nurse to discuss progress on the patient care plan.
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Critical Thinking Model
Testing client’s ability to identify dull sensation