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what is the reciprocal process in which messages are sent and received between people?

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communication

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describe what it means by assertive communication?

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interaction that takes into account the feelings and needs of the patient

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define therapeutic communication

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consists of an exchange of information that facilities the formation of a positive nurse-patient relationship

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what communication technique requires a great deal of skill and is not used frequently because it feels awkward?

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silence

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Holding the hand of a patient who does not speak english during a difficult procedure will be much more effective and comforting than efforts to communicate verbally facilitates what non-verbal communication technique?

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touch

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what should healthcare workers avoid using hospital "jargon" when communicating with a patient or a patient's family?

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to prevent misinterpretation

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define nonverbal communication and give examples of nonverbal cues

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messages transmitted without the use of words. examples: tone, volume of speech, right of voice, use of touch, eye contact, physical appearance

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(closed or open communication) how old are you?

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closed

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(closed or open communication) where do you live?

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closed

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(closed or open communication) how do you feel about having surgery today?

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open

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(closed or open communication) how many children do you have?

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closed

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(closed or open communication) how are these symptoms different from the last time you were sick?

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open

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(closed or open communication) are you concerned about what is going on at your home?

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closed

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The description of "personal space," the area within 18 inches of a patient is known as the __________ zone.

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Intimate

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List defining characteristics indicating impaired communication of a patient.

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-absent eye contact -inability to speak -willful refusal to speak -difficulty comprehending -disorientation

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Mr. Wright has an endotracheal tube in place to relieve respiratory distress that occurred following thoracic surgery. Because of his inability to speak an appropriate nursing diagnosis would be?

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impaired verbal communication

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Alternative Methods of Communicating with Patients Who Are Unable to Speak. Which method is best for a patient to use who speaks, reads and understands English and is awake and on a ventilator?

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pen and paper communication, a white board

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A patient with aphasia who is unable to send the desired verbal message has__________ aphasia and the patient who has the inability to understand a spoken or written message is said to have __________ aphasia.

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-expressive -receptive

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What communication technique should the nurse use when communicating with an unresponsive patient?

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assume all verbal stimuli have potential of being heard by the patient

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The _________ __________ is a systematic method by which nurses plan and provide individualized patient care

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nursing process

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(identify if objective or subjective data) Rash on the back

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objective

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(identify if objective or subjective data) Headache of 3 days duration

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subjective

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(identify if objective or subjective data) Prolonged nausea

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subjective

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(identify if objective or subjective data) Blood Pressure 190/100

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objective

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(identify if objective or subjective data) Flatulence

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subjective

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(identify if objective or subjective data) Anxiety

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subjective

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(identify if objective or subjective data) White Blood cell count of 19,000

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objective

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(identify if objective or subjective data) Fatigue

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subjective

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(identify if objective or subjective data) Jaundiced

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objective

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(identify which is a medical diagnosis and which is a nursing diagnosis) Diabetes mellitus

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medical

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(identify which is a medical diagnosis and which is a nursing diagnosis) Impaired skin integrity

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nursing

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(identify which is a medical diagnosis and which is a nursing diagnosis) Pneumonia

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medical

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(identify which is a medical diagnosis and which is a nursing diagnosis) Anxiety

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nursing

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(identify which is a medical diagnosis and which is a nursing diagnosis) Congestive heart failure

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medical

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(identify which is a medical diagnosis and which is a nursing diagnosis) Multiple Sclerosis

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medical

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What type of assessment is performed continuously throughout nurse-patient contact?

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the focused assessment

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The _____________ is the person responsible for analyzing and interpreting data to arrive at a nursing diagnosis.

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RN

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What is the difference between primary and secondary sources when data is collected? Give examples of secondary sources where health care workers can gather data

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-primary is the patient, the patient is the most accurate reporter -secondary are family members, significant other, medical records, and current medication

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What are the 3 parts of an actual nursing diagnosis

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-nursing diagnosis label from NANDA-I list -contributing, etiologic, or related factor -specific cues, signs, and symptoms from patient's assessment

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What organized systematic approach will the nurse use when performing a complete physical assessment?

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the head-to-toe assessment

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A patient confined to bed rest is susceptible to immobility problems and bed rest becomes a ________ _________.

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risk factor

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The ________ indicates that risk factors are present that are known to contribute to the development of the problem.

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assessment

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What is a useful framework used during the planning phase of the nursing process to prioritize patient problems?

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maslow's hierarchy of needs

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Nursing orders or nurse-prescribed interventions differ from physician-prescribed interventions or orders because the nurse is legally able to order or begin __________ by the nurse.

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independently

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What is the primary or necessary purpose of nursing orders?

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to provide instructions for all care givers

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A __________ is a generalized expectation about forms of behavior, an individual, or group.

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stereotype

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__________ is when a person believes that their particular beliefs and practices are the best.

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ethnocentrism

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Define transcultural nursing.

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understanding variables and integrating your understanding into all aspects of nursing care

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Some older Asian adults avoid eye contact because they believe it is ___________.

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disrespectful, impolite, rude

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When a baby is born to Orthodox Jewish parents who will name the baby?

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the father

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In the African-American families who are generally the primary decision makers?

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the women

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When caring for a Mexican-American patient who is in labor a nurse shows cultural sensitivity if the nurse invites ____________ family members to be present during labor and delivery.

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female

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What is the process of classifying a group of patients according to the severity of injury and need of care?

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triage

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What is an immediate life-threatening situation of highest priority to assess for in an emergency?

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arrested or abnormal breathing

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What pulse is the most reliable and accessible for the CPR rescuer when checking for pulselessness?

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the carotid

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Applying ________ ________ is the most effective general treatment of controlling bleeding

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direct pressure

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When a patient has a penetrating chest wound and the chest wall has been penetrated by a sharp object, such as a knife, what first aid should the nurse provide for the patient?

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do not remove the object and immobilize it

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If the nurse in the emergency room suspects a patient of poisoning what center should they contact for information on how to treat the patient and antidote(s) needed for the patient?

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the poison control center

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The staff nurse observes a fall of a visitor in the hospital hallway and their arm appears to be dislocated what primary nursing intervention should the nurse to perform?

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splint the joint, bind limb to body or support in a sling (apply ice)

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When a patient comes to the ER with a fractured arm presenting with edema and complaining of pain from the fingers to the elbow what is the initial assessment that the nurse perform?

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check circulation and cap refill

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What is the first intervention the nurse should perform when arriving on the scene of a fire for a burn victim with a partial-thickness burn?

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cool the burn down

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