ATI RN
Introduction to Nursing 203 Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A diabetic patient lost his wife 4 months ago. Tearful, he says, 'How could you possibly understand what I am going through?' Which of the following would be an appropriate response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: By stating that she is not in his situation, the nurse is using the therapeutic communication technique of validation, whereby she shows sensitivity to the meaning behind his behavior. She is also creating a supportive and nonjudgmental environment, and inviting him to express his frustrations. Telling the patient to try a distraction dismisses the client's feelings and gives common advice instead of expert advice. Saying she knows what clients feel is presumptive and inappropriate.
Question 2 of 5
The proper placement of a stethoscope for auscultating the aortic valve is the
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is an effective technique to use when interviewing a client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
Which one of the following examples of nursing actions would be considered an ethical/legal skill?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse has been tried and found guilty of the felony crime of forgery. How might this affect the nurses license to practice nursing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.