A client uses offensive language when communicating with the nurse. The nurse plans to confront the client in a caring, respectful manner. Using the CARE method of confrontation, what should the nurse do first?

The nurse cares for a patient who is admitted to the medical unit. The patient has type 2 diabetes mellitus, a blood glucose of 420 mg/dL, and a foot ulcer. Which statement, if made by the nurse, is appropriate when giving feedback to this patient?

Which of the following is NOT one of the four competencies of Interprofessional Collaborative Practice (IPE)?

A nurse is preparing a presentation on heart health at a community center for a group of clients. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to facilitate learning?

A patient is irritable and complains to the nurse about difficulty sleeping last night. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

The nurse is updating a patient care policy based on current literature. Which action by the nurse ensures that the best available evidence is being used to update the policy?

The home care nurse visits a mother and her newborn 2 days after discharge from the hospital. The mother states, "My baby cries all the time. I must not be a very good mother." Which response by the nurse is nontherapeutic?

A nurse is preparing an in-service about communication for a group of staff nurses. Which of the following information should the nurse include when discussing the electronic mode of communication?

The nurse provides care for a male patient. When the nurse addresses the patient, which would be most appropriate?

A nurse in a mental health facility is caring for a client who is upset about the loss of privileges due to repetitive negative behavior. Which of the following statements by the nurse demonstrates the effective use of assertive communication?

A nurse is preparing a poster presentation about communicating with clients. Which of the following strategies should the nurse include to enhance communication?