A patient complains that several staff members entered the room ...

[dakota nelson]

A patient complains that several staff members entered the room during the morning bath without knocking. Which component of professional nursing communication has been violated in this scenario?
 
  a. Collaboration
  b. Advocacy
  c. Assertiveness
  d. Respect

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient who is unable to take oral medications because of persistent nausea and vomiting. The nurse decides to call the primary care physician and ask for a different medication administration route. This demonstrates the act of:
 
  a. collaboration.
  b. delegation.
  c. assertiveness.
  d. advocacy.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Respect for the patient includes providing privacy during procedures such as a bath. It is considered respectful to knock on a patient's door prior to entering the room. Assertive communication allows for the expressions of feelings and ideas without hurting or judging. Collaboration refers to the interactions with patients and health care workers to accomplish mutually acceptable goals. Advocacy involves defending the rights of others, especially those who are vulnerable or unable to make decisions independently.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The nurse acts as a patient advocate by promoting what is best for the patient and ensuring that the patient's needs are met. Since the patient is unable to take medications by mouth, it is the nurse's responsibility to inform the physician and obtain alternative medication routes, as appropriate. Assertive communication allows for the expressions of feelings and ideas without hurting or judging. Collaboration refers to the interactions with patients and health care workers to accomplish mutually acceptable goals. Delegation is the art of transferring responsibility of an assigned task to another while at the same time retaining accountability for the outcome.