Which of the following people are participating in alternative/complementary therapies?- Nurselytic

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Which of the following people are participating in alternative/complementary therapies?

A. A 15-year-old who listens to rap music to lessen anxiety related to a painful dressing change B. A 45-year-old who burns lavender-scented candles while meditating C. A 7-year-old who draws as a means of communicating feelings D. A 78-year-old who practices yoga to increase balance

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Yoga is recognized as an effective form of movement therapy, fitting within the category of alternative/complementary therapies.

Question 2 of 5

A pregnant woman is having a TORCH screening done at today’s prenatal visit. She states she is anxious to get the results back because she recently had unprotected sex with someone she just met and is afraid she might have HIV. Which of the following statements would be the best response by the nurse?

A. “You will know your HIV status in about 1 week when the results come back.” B. “You will require additional testing for HIV as it is not tested for with the TORCH screen.” C. “You will need to be tested for HIV after you deliver because pregnancy can produce false HIV results.” D. “You need to be exposed for at least 6 months before being tested for HIV in order for the results to be accurate.”

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: TORCH screening does not test for HIV. The woman will need additional testing for HIV.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is providing care to a 15-year-old female who has recently been diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Which of the following actions should the nurse take next?

A. Seek advice from an ethics expert. B. Facilitate interaction between the adolescent and her parents/guardians. C. Report the STI to the appropriate authorities. D. Contact the adolescent’s parents/guardians.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Federal and state laws protect adolescents' privacy and autonomy. The nurse should help the adolescent understand her options and facilitate communication with her guardians.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse and her client are engaged in meaningful conversation when suddenly there is silence between the two. To facilitate effective client-centered communication, the nurse should:

A. ask the person what he is thinking, so they can understand each other. B. restate what the person said before silence ensued, to get clarification. C. change the subject to one that is more pleasant for the person to discuss. D. wait quietly to give the person time to reflect where he wants to lead the conversation.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Silence allows the person to reflect on what is being discussed or experienced and lets the nurse know that they are ready to continue when the client is ready.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following people are participating in alternative/complementary therapies?

A. A 15-year-old who listens to rap music to lessen anxiety related to a painful dressing change B. A 45-year-old who burns lavender-scented candles while meditating C. A 7-year-old who draws as a means of communicating feelings D. A 78-year-old who practices yoga to increase balance

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Yoga is recognized as an effective form of movement therapy, fitting within the category of alternative/complementary therapies.

Nurselytic

ATI RN

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