ATI LPN
Foundations and Adult Health Nursing Test Bank
Chapter 4 : Communication Questions
Question 1 of 5
As the nurse listens to a supervisor the nurse has a smile on her face but has crossed her arms in front of her chest and has crossed her legs. This is an example of a ____ posture.
Correct Answer: closed
Rationale: A posture with crossed limbs frequently is indicative of nonacceptance.
Question 2 of 5
____ is described as the exchange of information.
Correct Answer: Communication
Rationale: Communication is described as the exchange of information.
Question 3 of 5
The ____ is the person conveying the message whereas the receiver is the individual or individuals to whom the message is conveyed.
Correct Answer: sender
Rationale: For communication to occur, a sender and a receiver of a message are both necessary. The sender is the person conveying the message, whereas the receiver is the individual or individuals to whom the message is conveyed.
Question 4 of 5
Although the patient denies pain the nurse observes the patient breathing rapidly with clenched fists and facial grimacing. What is the nurse's best response to these observations?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nonverbal communication should be clarified to prevent miscommunication.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse considers the feelings and needs of a patient by stating "I know you are concerned about your surgery tomorrow. How can I help you?" What type of communication is this?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assertive communication takes a patient's feelings and needs into account, yet honors the patient's rights as an individual.