Four nurses are working as a group to develop a new policy related to personal requests for scheduling. One nurse is quiet and rarely adds to the group discussion. Which action by the other staff nurses is best?

Allow additional time for the staff nurse to respond to a question or idea.

Replace the staff nurse with a nurse who is more outgoing and confident.

Refer the staff nurse to a counselor for self-esteem-building exercises.

Notify the nurse manager about the lack of participation of the staff nurse.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Allowing additional time for the staff nurse to respond encourages participation and ensures that all voices are heard in the discussion.

B. Replacing the staff nurse would be dismissive and counterproductive, rather than encouraging involvement.

C. Referring the staff nurse for self-esteem exercises is unnecessary and inappropriate for addressing participation in a group setting.

D. Notifying the nurse manager is premature; first, try to address the issue within the group before escalating it.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. This does not directly address the specific situation or request.

B. This explains the reason for the request but does not make the request itself.

C. The "S" in DESC stands for “State” the situation clearly and specifically. This statement makes a clear request.

D. Offering to return a favor is not a direct and clear request; it is more of a negotiation.

A. Refrains from touching the patient under any circumstance. B. Requests that the patient wait to ask questions until the end of the home visit. C. Expects the patient to meet the goals for exercise as determined by the nurse. D. Learns the names of the patient's family members and close friends and neighbors. E. Listens to the patient describe the feelings of anxiety related to severe dyspnea.

Correct Answer is ["D","E"]

Explanation

A. Refraining from touching the patient under any circumstance can prevent the development of a therapeutic relationship.

B. Requesting that questions be saved until the end of the visit can be dismissive and hinder effective communication and bonding.

C. Expecting the patient to meet goals determined solely by the nurse shows a lack of collaboration and does not support a bond.

D. Learning the names of family members and friends shows genuine interest in the patient's life and helps build a relationship.

E. Listening to the patient's feelings and concerns demonstrates empathy and validation of the patient’s experiences, which are essential for bonding.

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