A nurse interacts with a newly hospitalized patient. Which nursing statement reflects the communication technique of "offering self"?

"I’d like to sit with you for a while to help you get comfortable talking to me."

"I hope you will feel better after getting accustomed to how this unit operates."

"Why do you think you had so much difficulty adjusting to this change in your life?"

"I’ve also had traumatic life experiences. Maybe it would help if I told you about them."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A.   This statement demonstrates the nurse's willingness to spend time with the patient to build rapport and trust, offering the nurse's presence and support.
B.   This statement expresses hope but doesn't directly offer the nurse's presence or support.
C.   This question encourages exploration of the patient's feelings but doesn't directly offer the nurse's presence.
D.   This statement shares personal experiences but doesn't directly offer the nurse's presence or support.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Providing medications against a patient's will generally requires a legal process or evaluation of capacity rather than a blanket statement of administration.
B. Clients who are involuntarily admitted might not have the right to refuse treatment initially based on the nature of the admission.
C. Involuntary admissions often allow for extended hospitalization based on the judgment of the treatment team.
D. Laws regarding restraints are generally consistent regardless of the mode of admission, focusing on safety and necessity rather than the mode of admission.

A. "Let's talk about something else because this subject is upsetting you." B. "I can see that you feel sad about this situation." C. "Crying is a way of expressing the hurt you're experiencing." D. "The loss of your parent is very painful for you."

Correct Answer is ["B","C","D"]

Explanation

A. This response invalidates the patient's feelings and avoids addressing the emotion, hindering communication.
B. Acknowledging the patient's emotion validates their feelings and encourages further discussion.
C. Validates the patient's emotional expression and offers understanding.
D. Acknowledges the depth of the patient's pain and encourages expression without judgment.

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A nurse interacts with a newly hospitalized patient. Which nursing statement reflects the communication technique of "offering self"?

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A nurse manager on a mental health unit is discussing involuntary admissions during a staff meeting. Which of the following statements should the manager include in the discussion?

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A patient cries as the nurse explores the patient's relationship with a deceased parent. The patient says, "I shouldn't be crying like this. It happened a long time ago." Which responses by the nurse will facilitate communication? (Select all that apply.)

Correct Answer is ["B","C","D"]

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