Accepting pauses or silences that may extend for some time without interjecting a verbal response is considered which of the following?

Remaining attentive but silent is an appropriate response by the nurse.

This allows the client to express their feelings and concerns without interruption or judgment.

It also shows the client that the nurse is actively listening and interested in what they have to say.

Choice A is not an appropriate response because placing a client on a 72-hour hold should only be done if the client is a danger to themselves or others.

Choice C is not an appropriate response because leaving the room immediately would be unprofessional and could make the client feel abandoned.

Choice D is not an appropriate response because telling the client that everything will be fine may not be true and could give false hope.

The priority responsibility of the nurse is to call for a Cambodian interpreter.

This ensures that the mother’s needs and concerns are accurately communicated and understood.

It also helps to prevent any misunderstandings or miscommunications that could occur if the daughter were to interpret.

Choice A is not an appropriate response because calling the chaplain for support may not address the language barrier.

Choice B is not an appropriate response because allowing unlicensed assistive personnel to interpret could result in inaccurate or incomplete information being conveyed.

Choice D is not an appropriate response because continuing to work with the daughter for interpretation could result in misunderstandings or miscommunications.