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

The nurse supervises the care of residents in an assisted living center. The nurse should intervene if which is observed?

A nurse is discussing types of communication styles with a group of staff nurses. Which of the following information should the nurse include?

The nurse plans to delegate a client's personal hygiene to a nursing assistant. Which statement, if made by the nurse to the nursing assistant, is assertive?

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

According to the recommended video clip by the NCSBN, appropriate self-disclosure is a part of maintaining professional boundaries. Appropriate self-disclosure includes the following:

A nurse is leading a family therapy session for a mother, father, and two adolescent siblings. Which of the following statements should the nurse recognize as an example of effective communication among family members?

A nurse is concerned about making the transition to nursing practice. It is most appropriate for the graduate nurse to take which action?

A new nurse who is anxious about an upcoming evaluation with the nurse manager asks a mentor for advice. Which approach should the mentor recommend to control evaluation anxiety?

A nurse attends an education session on effective communication. Which statement, if made by the nurse, indicates an understanding of how imagery may be used to build confidence when communicating with patients and colleagues?

A young mother who fractured her leg is sobbing with her face hidden behind her hands. She says to the nurse, "I will not be able to work for at least 2 months. Without my job, I cannot pay my bills or take care of my baby. I am alone and do not have anyone to help me." Which response by the nurse accurately conveys empathy?