The nurse instructs the nursing assistant to obtain temperatures on four patients and report abnormal findings immediately. Two hours later the nurse discovers that one of the patients had a fever that was not reported. The nurse is upset with the nursing assistant. Which statement, if made by the nurse, is concrete and specifically explains the nurse's feelings?

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?

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

A nurse is caring for a client who states, "I have got to get out of this hospital! They have found my address and are coming for my family!" The nurse responds, "Don't worry, no one will harm your family." Which of the following types of communication breakdown does this response represent?

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?

While nursing students are preparing for a major test, the instructor reminds them to take short breaks while studying to relax. The instructor also reminds them that one of the main blockades to relaxation related to a lack of self-care can be symbolized by the acronym HALT. The nursing student writes down four words starting with those letters, but feels one is incorrect. As a fellow nursing student, you help your peer to understand which one of the following is not a part of the HALT acronym?

The nurse questions a patient with hypertension before developing a teaching plan. Which question, if asked by the nurse, is most appropriate?

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?

Which three technique(s) should be AVOIDED when the nurse questions patients? (Select all that apply.)

The nurse cares for a patient who is hospitalized on the 1-year anniversary of the death of her husband. Which statement, if made by the nurse, is most appropriate?

Which of the following statements made by the nurse best demonstrates the "S" in the DESC script?