chapter 8 communication
The nurse is performing an admission interview with a new client diagnosed with acute coronary syndrome. For the nurse to obtain information and allow the client free verbalization, which question would elicit the most information?
"Could you tell me more about how you are feeling right now?"
A nurse is calling a physician to communicate a change in the client's condition. According to the ISBARR format for handoff communication among health care personnel, which is the most appropriate way to begin the conversation?
"My name is Sue Smith, RN, and I am calling regarding Mrs. Jones in room 356 at Jefferson Hospital."
A 70-year-old client had a cholecystectomy 4 days ago. The client's daughter tells the nurse, "My mother seems confused today." Which question would be best for the nurse to ask to assess the client's orientation?
"What is your name?"
The nurse is undergoing peer review after a sentinel event. What might be utilized to perform a nurse peer review? Select all that apply.
A co-worker with the same educational background. A nursing audit
A 32-year-old construction worker is admitted to the emergency department after suffering a heat stroke. Which of the following IV solutions would the nurse expect the physician would order?
A solution of normal saline
Which quality in a nurse helps the nurse to become effective in providing for a client's needs while remaining compassionately detached?
Empathy
A nurse is attempting to calm an infant in the nursery. The nurse responds to the highest developed sense by:
swaddling the child and gently stroking its head.
