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, Speak louder than usual.
Use medical terminology.
Face the person when speaking.
Conclude with a summary of key points
Question 4
The nurse utilizes strategies associated with client-centered communication by doing which of the
following? (select all that apply)
Not being "too busy" to talk
Focusing on the nurse's views
Developing mutual understanding
Emphasizing the technical aspects of care
Using a conversational interviewing style
Tuning in to the client's preferences and style
Question 5
What are some ethical standards that nurses can utilize for interpersonal communications? (select all that
apply)
Communicate information accurately.
Take a laissez-faire approach to minimize conflict
Change the subject when unsure of the correct answer.
Be sensitive to gender and cultural context.
Communicate verbal and nonverbal messages in a congruent manner
, Question 6
Which of the following scenarios best describes a nurse using metacommunication?
Using both touch and silence when counseling an individual
Practicing reflection when interaction with an individual
Discussing with an individual how to solve a problem
Understanding that an individual needs a break before proceeding
Question 7
The nurse is teaching a class to students of pediatric nursing on comparing the concepts of growth and
development. Which statement most accurately represents these concepts?
Growth patterns are qualitative changes.
Growth is from the head to toe or cephalocaudal.
Development reflects an increase in the number and size of cells.
Development is a gradual change that includes advances in skills.
Question 8
A nurse is attending a continuing education program about growth and development. Why is it necessary
that nurses are well educated about this content? (Select all that apply)
Can deliver anticipatory guidance to families
Have a better understanding of genetics and genomics
Can meet the requirements of Healthy People 2020
Can provide more effective health education
, Speak louder than usual.
Use medical terminology.
Face the person when speaking.
Conclude with a summary of key points
Question 4
The nurse utilizes strategies associated with client-centered communication by doing which of the
following? (select all that apply)
Not being "too busy" to talk
Focusing on the nurse's views
Developing mutual understanding
Emphasizing the technical aspects of care
Using a conversational interviewing style
Tuning in to the client's preferences and style
Question 5
What are some ethical standards that nurses can utilize for interpersonal communications? (select all that
apply)
Communicate information accurately.
Take a laissez-faire approach to minimize conflict
Change the subject when unsure of the correct answer.
Be sensitive to gender and cultural context.
Communicate verbal and nonverbal messages in a congruent manner
, Question 6
Which of the following scenarios best describes a nurse using metacommunication?
Using both touch and silence when counseling an individual
Practicing reflection when interaction with an individual
Discussing with an individual how to solve a problem
Understanding that an individual needs a break before proceeding
Question 7
The nurse is teaching a class to students of pediatric nursing on comparing the concepts of growth and
development. Which statement most accurately represents these concepts?
Growth patterns are qualitative changes.
Growth is from the head to toe or cephalocaudal.
Development reflects an increase in the number and size of cells.
Development is a gradual change that includes advances in skills.
Question 8
A nurse is attending a continuing education program about growth and development. Why is it necessary
that nurses are well educated about this content? (Select all that apply)
Can deliver anticipatory guidance to families
Have a better understanding of genetics and genomics
Can meet the requirements of Healthy People 2020
Can provide more effective health education
