A 35-year-old woman has been admitted to the hospital for a hysterectomy secondary to uterine cancer caused by smoking, and the nurse is collecting subjective data prior to surgery. Which statements by the nurse could be construed as non-judgmental?
(Select All that Apply.)

"Do you have family who can help you when you get home?"

"Has anything stressful happened recently?"

"You really do need to stop smoking: your kids need you."

How would you describe your feelings about the procedure?

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,B,D

A.   This statement is non-judgmental. It focuses on assessing the patient's support system and potential resources for assistance after surgery without implying any judgment about the patient's circumstances.
B.   This statement is non-judgmental. It aims to assess the patient's current stressors or life events that may impact her emotional well-being and coping abilities without implying any judgment.
C.   This statement is judgmental. It conveys a directive and implies criticism or disapproval of the patient's smoking habit. It may also imply blame for the patient's health condition, which can be counterproductive and may cause the patient to feel defensive or discouraged.
D.   This statement is non-judgmental. It encourages the patient to express her thoughts and emotions about the upcoming procedure without imposing any judgment or criticism.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Discussing the client's reasons for change is a key component of eliciting and strengthening motivation. When the client voluntarily discusses their reasons for making a behavior change, it suggests that they are beginning to articulate and explore their motivations.

A. This behavior indicates successful engagement with the client.

B. This behavior may indicate resistance or ambivalence toward discussing the target behavior change.

D. This behavior may indicate a readiness to explore treatment options but does not necessarily indicate successful engagement with the client in MI.

A. "Tell me what you feel needs to change to improve your health. B. "Here is a list of treatments that will be best for your concerns." C. "believe our treatment plan will work for you." D. "You are having issues that are commonly associated with anxiety and depression."

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

This statement encourages the client to express their own perspectives, beliefs, and preferences regarding their health and well-being. It fosters client autonomy and acknowledges the importance of understanding the client's cultural context and values when developing a treatment plan. This statement aligns with the principles of the CFI tool.
C. This statement imposes the nurse's perspective on the client and may not be culturally sensitive.
D. This statement imposes the nurse's beliefs and assumptions on the client and may not be culturally sensitive.
B. This statement may not be appropriate without further exploration of the client's experiences, beliefs, and cultural context. It imposes Western diagnostic categories on the client without considering the cultural validity of these categories or the client's own explanatory model of illness.

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A 35-year-old woman has been admitted to the hospital for a hysterectomy secondary to uterine cancer caused by smoking, and the nurse is collecting subjective data prior to surgery. Which statements by the nurse could be construed as non-judgmental? (Select All that Apply.)

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Correct Answer is C

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Correct Answer is A

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A 35-year-old woman has been admitted to the hospital for a hysterectomy secondary to uterine cancer caused by smoking, and the nurse is collecting subjective data prior to surgery. Which statements by the nurse could be construed as non-judgmental?
(Select All that Apply.)