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misspop

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The nurse is interviewing a patient. Which action by the nurse indicates active listening?
 
  a. Asking interview questions while starting an IV
  b. Correcting the patient's use of the word free bleeder for hemophilia
  c. Asking the spouse to verify the patient's responses to family history questions
  d. Restating what the patient said to ensure the nurse understands what the patient meant

Question 2

A patient with heart failure reports a 5-lb weight gain during the past week and episodes of feeling more short of breath. What is the nurse's best response?
 
  a. These changes are to be expected because you have heart failure.
  b. You will probably need a decreased dose of your diuretic drug.
  c. I will ask the dietitian to discuss a weight loss diet with you.
  d. Your prescriber must be notified because your heart failure is getting worse.



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Missbam101

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Answer to Question 1

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With active listening, the nurse gives his or her full attention to what the patient is saying. It is most effective when the nurse clarifies the patient's statements by restating what the patient said, ensuring that the nurse correctly understood what the patient meant.

Answer to Question 2

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Patient weight gain and increased shortness of breath are signs of worsening heart failure. The prescriber should be notified because the plan of care may need to be modified. If the patient is taking a diuretic, it is likely that the dose may be increased.




misspop

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


patma1981

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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