Which of the following is a common American value that interferes with the nurse’s recognition and appreciation of healthcare beliefs and behaviors of diverse cultures?

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

A nurse is caring for a client who is about to have a colonoscopy. The client states, "I am so nervous about what the doctor might find during the test." The nurse asks the client, "Are you feeling anxious about the results of your colonoscopy?" With this question, the nurse is using which of the following communication techniques?

The nurse is taking a spiritual history from a patient with a terminal illness. Using the FICA tool, which question(s), if asked by the nurse, would be appropriate?

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 a member of a community health advisory board. The nurse fosters collaboration and cooperation among group members. What maintenance role has the nurse taken in this group?

A graduate nurse experiences reality shock when transitioning to a staff nurse position on an oncology unit. Which of the following would be a reflection of that shock phase?

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?

The nurse manager asks the staff nurse to work an extra shift. Which response by the staff nurse is assertive and based on rational beliefs?

Which demonstrates the nurse's genuine concern for clients?

A staff nurse tells the nurse manager about poor communication that is occurring between nurses when a patient is transferred to another unit. Which response by the nurse manager is best?