The nurse can best ensure that communication is understood by:

A. Speaking slowly and clearly in the patient's native language. While speaking clearly in the patient’s native language is helpful, it does not verify understanding. Feedback from the patient is necessary to confirm comprehension.

B. Asking the family members whether the patient understands. Relying on family members may not be accurate, as they may not fully understand the patient's level of comprehension.

C. Obtaining feedback from the patient that indicates accurate comprehension. Having the patient repeat the information back or summarize it in their own words ensures they have understood the communication.

D. Checking for signs of hearing loss or aphasia before communicating. Assessing for hearing loss or aphasia can be part of the process but does not confirm that communication was understood.

A. The nurse-patient relationship ends when the patient is discharged.
The nurse-patient relationship is time-limited and often ends when the patient is discharged, which aligns with its structured, goal-oriented nature.

B. A social relationship does not have goals or needs to be met. While social relationships may not have structured goals, they can still have mutual needs or goals. In contrast, the nurse-patient relationship has specific health-related goals and objectives focused on patient care.

C. The focus is mainly on the nurse in the nurse-patient relationship. This is incorrect, as the primary focus of the therapeutic relationship is on the patient's needs and well-being, not the nurse’s.

D. A social relationship does not require trust or sharing of life experiences. Social relationships do require trust and sharing of experiences; however, they are typically not bound by the professional boundaries, goals, and time limitations that define the nurse-patient relationship.