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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?

"I can see that you are hesitant about relying on others because of low self-esteem."

"You seem worried about how you will be able to take care of yourself and your baby."

"Why do you think that no one cares about you or will refuse to help you?"

"I am sorry that you are uncomfortable with asking others for help right now."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A. This statement makes an assumption about the mother’s self-esteem, which is not appropriate for expressing empathy.

B. This response acknowledges the mother’s worries and shows empathy for her situation.

C. This question challenges the patient’s beliefs rather than expressing empathy and support.

D. This statement minimizes the patient’s feelings and focuses on their discomfort rather than offering empathy.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Prolonged eye contact can be perceived as disrespectful in some Native American cultures, but it is important to assess individual comfort levels rather than making assumptions.

B. It is important to assess the client’s comfort with eye contact as preferences can vary across cultures. This approach is respectful and culturally sensitive.

C. Sitting next to the patient without addressing eye contact does not appropriately consider the client’s cultural preferences or communication style.

D. While eye contact can show respect, in Native American culture, it is often avoided, so it’s essential to assess the client's comfort with eye contact rather than imposing one’s own norms.

A. Choose staff nurses who will negotiate and support a decision. B. Serve as the chairperson and facilitator of the committee. C. Select staff nurses who seek personal recognition and advancement. D. Plan to recruit three or four staff nurses for the committee.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. While it is important to have staff who can negotiate and support decisions, the manager’s role is to facilitate the process rather than just choose supporters.

B. Serving as the chairperson and facilitator ensures that the committee functions effectively and achieves its objectives.

C. Staff seeking personal recognition or advancement may not focus on the committee’s goals but rather on their own interests.

D. Recruiting only three or four staff members may be insufficient for a comprehensive review; a more diverse and larger group is often needed.

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The nurse is interviewing a Native American client. It is most important for the nurse to take which action?

Correct Answer is B

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The nurse manager forms a committee to review and recommend patient care products. Which action, if taken by the nurse manager, is most appropriate?

Correct Answer is B

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