The home health nurse cares for a patient who is diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Which response(s) and behavior(s) by the nurse would indicate that bonding between nurse and patient has occurred? (Select all that apply).

Refrains from touching the patient under any circumstance.

Requests that the patient wait to ask questions until the end of the home visit.

Expects the patient to meet the goals for exercise as determined by the nurse.

Learns the names of the patient's family members and close friends and neighbors.

Listens to the patient describe the feelings of anxiety related to severe dyspnea.

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : D,E

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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Correct Answer is ["A","B","C"]

Explanation

A. Aggressive communicators often try to control the conversation to dominate others.

B. Aggressive communicators frequently interrupt others to assert their dominance.

C. Aggressive communicators tend to blame others for misunderstandings, not taking responsibility for communication breakdowns.

D. Anxiousness about how their message will be received is more characteristic of passive communicators.

E. Advocating for their rights as well as the rights of others is characteristic of assertive communicators, not aggressive ones.

A. "A relative of mine passed away suddenly earlier this week." B. “I need to attend the funeral, which is scheduled for tomorrow." C. "I would like to ask if you would trade shifts with me." D. “I will return the favor, and more.”

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.

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The home health nurse cares for a patient who is diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Which response(s) and behavior(s) by the nurse would indicate that bonding between nurse and patient has occurred? (Select all that apply).

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A nurse is reviewing communication styles. Which of the following characteristics should the nurse identify as being exhibited by an aggressive communicator?

Correct Answer is ["A","B","C"]

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

Correct Answer is C

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