ATI Nurses Touch: Therapeutic Communication – Flashcards
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Inform the client that is an inappropriate statement.
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A nurse is caring for a client who states, "I would like to go out on a date with you." Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?
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"Who do you talk to when you have the feeling of being overwhelmed?"
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A client presents at a community shelter after surviving the destruction of her home by a fire. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask to determine the client's ability to cope?
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"This must be a difficult time for you."
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A nurse is caring for an older client who recently lost his spouse following lung cancer. The client states, "No one understands. She was my life." Which of the following responses is appropriate?
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"It seems as though you're expressing feelings of hopelessness."
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A nurse is caring for a client who has depression. The client states, "Things are always going to be bad for me. I wish I could just go to sleep and forget about all my problems." Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?
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Use of silence
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A nurse is implementing therapeutic communication techniques with a client in an outpatient mental health facility. Which of the following actions allows the client an opportunity to organize thoughts, consider a topic, or think through a point?
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"What would you say is the main point of what you are saying?" "I am not sure I am following you."
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Which of the following is an example of the nurse using clarification to facilitate communication? (Select all that apply)
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"I understand that you believe this is true, and it must be very frightening for you."
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A nurse is admitting a client who has schizophrenia. The client states, "The FBI has bugged the phone and is monitoring my calls." Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
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Focusing on the nurse rather than the client is correct. Changing the subject. Making value judgments. Giving advice.
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Which of the following are examples of nurse using non therapeutic communication techniques? (Select all that apply.)
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"Tell me about your relationship with your wife."
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Which of the following statements is an example of a therapeutic communication technique?
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"Are you going to group therapy tomorrow?" "How long have you been depressed?" "Do you not want to take your medication?" "Do you have a family history of depression?"
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Which of the following is an example of closed-ended questioning? (Select all that apply.)
