Which technique will best communicate to a patient that the nurse is interested in listening?
Making a judgment about the patient's problem.
Restating a feeling or thought the patient has expressed.
Asking a direct question, such as "Did you feel angry?"
Saying "I understand what you're saying"
The Correct Answer is B
A. Judging the patient can shut down communication and make the patient feel defensive rather than heard.
B. This technique, also called reflective listening, shows the patient that the nurse is actively listening and trying to understand their perspective, encouraging further expression.
C. Direct questions can be useful, but they may limit patient expression and can feel leading rather than supportive.
D. While intended to show empathy, this phrase can be perceived as dismissive if the nurse has not fully explored the patient’s feelings.
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation
A. African American females, especially with strong religious affiliation and social ties, have a lower risk of suicide compared to other demographics.
B. Adolescents may have suicidal ideation under stress, but the protective factors (academic and athletic success, no indication of psychiatric illness) lower the risk.
C. Older white males are at the highest statistical risk for suicide, especially when compounded by chronic illness, terminal diagnosis, social isolation (single), and depression.
D. Despite chronic illness (type 2 diabetes), protective factors such as being married and having many grandchildren reduce suicide risk.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Judging the patient can shut down communication and make the patient feel defensive rather than heard.
B. This technique, also called reflective listening, shows the patient that the nurse is actively listening and trying to understand their perspective, encouraging further expression.
C. Direct questions can be useful, but they may limit patient expression and can feel leading rather than supportive.
D. While intended to show empathy, this phrase can be perceived as dismissive if the nurse has not fully explored the patient’s feelings.
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