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Which of the following emphasizes that an individual’s belief in being personally capable of performing the behavior is required to influence one’s own health?

A. Social cognitive theory B. Self-efficacy theory C. Health belief model D. Transtheoretical model

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Social cognitive theory focuses on an individual's belief in their ability to perform behaviors that influence their health.

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following best describes person-centered communication?

A. The nurse says to the person seeking care, “Why do you continue to drink when you know it is not good for you?” B. The nurse responds to person seeking care’s request for pain medicine by saying, “It is not time for your pain medicine. You had it hours ago.” C. The client says to the nurse, “I think my husband is cheating on me.” The nurse responds by saying, “You think your husband is cheating on you?” D. The client says to the nurse, “I can’t believe I have cancer.” The nurse responds by saying, “One of my closest friends had cancer and had to have chemotherapy.”

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Person-centered communication focuses on recognizing and clarifying the person's concerns, allowing the person to elaborate.

Question 3 of 5

A 26-year-old client has a total cholesterol of 206 mg/dL and an LDL of 110. What conclusion can be drawn?

A. The client has achieved the target levels for cholesterol in young adults. B. The client has a very low risk of developing heart disease. C. The client requires counseling about cardiac disease risk factors. D. The client has early-onset cardiac disease.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Elevated cholesterol levels indicate the need for education about heart disease risk factors.

Question 4 of 5

A 19-year-old student is distressed over unprotected sex and potential pregnancy. What should the nurse say?

A. Let’s talk about your options; you must be 21 to purchase emergency contraception. B. Don’t worry; you can buy Plan B without a prescription; it will terminate the pregnancy. C. Don’t worry, we are in one of the 40 states that allow Plan B; let’s discuss how to use it. D. You have several options; let’s discuss what is best for you.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The nurse should provide a range of options and let the teen decide the next steps, including discussing emergency contraception.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse consultant is helping redesign a pediatric unit which is undergoing renovation. Which actions by the nurse consultant are congruent with creating a positive energy force in the unit?

A. Selecting energizing colors for the playroom and soothing colors for the exam rooms B. Planning for a music source for all rooms C. Reducing the amount of natural light on the unit to promote relaxation D. Planning for an atrium garden in the center of the unit

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Music, light, and color are positive energy forces that can enhance the healing environment, while limiting natural light has a depressive effect.

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