The patient states, "I have no interest in quitting drinking. I don't think it is a big deal and I have not time to do this right now." The nurse recognizes this patient is most likely in what stage of change? - Answer precontemplation
The patient states, "I have been exercising now for two y...
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The patient states, "I have no interest in quitting drinking. I don't think it is a big deal and I have not time
to do this right now." The nurse recognizes this patient is most likely in what stage of change? - Answer
precontemplation
The patient states, "I have been exercising now for two years - I feel great!" The nurse recognizes his
patient is most likely in what stage of change? - Answer maintenance
A patient tearfully shares with the nurse, "I am being punished for my past mistakes." What is the nurse's
most therapeutic response?
Select one:
a. "It's okay; I sometimes feel that too."
b. "God always forgives us for our mistakes."
c. "You sound very concerned about this."
d. "Why would you think that?"
e. "If you feel this way, I can refer you to spiritual care." - Answer c. "You sound very concerned about
this."
List the stages of the trans-theoretical model of change in order. - Answer precontemplation,
contemplation, preparation, action, maintainance
A client says, "I'm really unsure about trying to quit smoking. I know it would be good for me but it's
hard. I should really try though..." The nurse recognizes the client is most likely in the ___________ stage
of change? - Answer contemplation
Kabat-Zinn describes, "seeing things as they are, clearly, not as we wish they were" as what basic
concept related to mindfulness practice?
,Select one:
a. Acceptance
b. Understanding
c. Patience
d. Letting Go - Answer a. Acceptance
The nurse who provides the patient with choices and an opportunity to share in the decision-making
process is reflecting principles of which concept?
Select one:
a. Mindfulness
b. Trauma-informed care
c. Countertransference
d. Blurring of boundaries - Answer b. Trauma-informed care
The client requests that the nurse not share their information with others. What is the nurse's best
response?
Select one:
a. "A therapeutic relationship is confidential between the nurse and client. It is up to you to tell other
staff what you want them to know."
b. "Don't worry, everything you say is confidential. I won't share what you say with anyone."
c. "After our session, I would be happy to tell you if there is anything that I will have to share with
others."
d. "I will not share information with family or friends without your permission, but I may share it with
other staff members."
, e. "That depends on the information you are wanting to share. Tell me more about what you are
concerned about sharing?" - Answer d. "I will not share information with family or friends without your
permission, but I may share it with other staff members."
Kabat-Zinn describes, "accepting that things unfold in their own time," as which basic concept related to
mindfulness practice?
Select one:
a. Acceptance
b. Patience
c. Letting Go
d. Understanding - Answer b. Patience
The nurse understands that which of the following factor(s) are vital components to establishing a
therapeutic relationship and aiding client growth? Select all that apply.
Select all that apply:
a. Genuineness
b. Positive regard
c. Sympathy
d. Mindfulness
e. Empathy - Answer a. Genuineness
b. Positive regard
e. Empathy
what are the four principles of MI? - Answer REDS
What are the four basic MI communication skills? - Answer OARS
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