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?

A patient asks the nurse to make a decision for her about whether or not to continue taking hormone replacement therapy (estrogen). Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

Which nurse has achieved generative balance?

A nurse wants to remain hopeful and optimistic when working with hospice patients. Which would be appropriate affirmations for the nurse to use?

An experienced nurse is supervising a student nurse in an acute care setting. Which statement, if made by the experienced nurse, would be most appropriate to help the student nurse establish credibility with other nurses on the unit?

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?

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?

The nurse receives criticism during a performance evaluation by a nursing supervisor. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

A nurse who cares for patients in the emergency department is distressed, fatigued, and frustrated by the demands of the job. Which are appropriate methods for the nurse to renew energy and find meaning in nursing practice? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse manager has set a goal to improve professional communication on the unit. The staff nurses have attended a session on how to distinguish between expressing opinions and giving advice. Which statement, if made by a staff nurse, indicates that further teaching is needed?

A student nurse reports having difficulty comprehending the recent concepts discussed in class. The student is determined to seek support from their instructor. When crafting a request for support using an assertive approach, which of the following statements should the student include in their conversation with their instructor? Select all that apply.