The following statements appear on a nursing care plan for a client after a mastectomy: Incision site approximated; absence of drainage or prolonged erythema at incision site; and client remains afebrile. These statements are examples of:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The given statements indicate the expected outcomes for a client after a mastectomy. 'Incision site approximated' means that the edges of the incision are close together, indicating proper healing. 'Absence of drainage or prolonged erythema at incision site' means that there is no discharge or prolonged redness, which are signs of infection or inflammation. 'Client remains afebrile' means that the client does not have a fever, indicating absence of infection. These statements describe the expected results of the nursing care and treatment provided to the client. Therefore, the correct answer is Expected outcomes.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Kinesthetic communication involves touch, which conveys caring and support through physical contact.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Nonverbal communication includes body language, such as a facial expression of pain, without spoken words.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Communication is essential in assessment to collect subjective and objective data from the patient, forming the basis for care planning.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The helping relationship involves unequal communication, with the nurse guiding and supporting the patient based on the patient’s needs, not the nurse’s.