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Nurs 661 Questions and Answers Graded A+ What are the primary goals of palliative care? The primary goals of palliative care are to enhance the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses, manage pain and symptoms, and provide support for patients and their families. How does chr...

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What are the primary goals of palliative care?


✔✔The primary goals of palliative care are to enhance the quality of life for patients with serious

illnesses, manage pain and symptoms, and provide support for patients and their families.




How does chronic stress affect physiological health?


✔✔Chronic stress can lead to various physiological health issues, including increased blood

pressure, weakened immune response, and heightened risk for chronic diseases like heart disease

and diabetes.




What assessment techniques can be utilized to evaluate a patient’s respiratory status?


✔✔Assessment techniques for evaluating respiratory status include inspection, palpation,

percussion, and auscultation to determine lung function and identify any abnormalities.




How can a nurse facilitate shared decision-making in patient care?


✔✔A nurse can facilitate shared decision-making by providing patients with comprehensive

information about their treatment options, encouraging questions, and respecting their values and

preferences in care decisions.

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,What are some common barriers to effective communication in nursing?


✔✔Common barriers to effective communication include language differences, cognitive

impairments, emotional distress, and environmental factors such as noise and interruptions.




How can technology be used to improve patient education and engagement?


✔✔Technology can improve patient education and engagement through telehealth services,

educational apps, and online resources that provide information and support tailored to

individual needs.




What is the role of a nurse in advocating for vulnerable populations?


✔✔The role of a nurse in advocating for vulnerable populations includes identifying their

specific needs, ensuring equitable access to healthcare services, and promoting policies that

protect their rights.




What factors should be considered when developing a care plan for elderly patients?


✔✔Factors to consider when developing a care plan for elderly patients include their physical

and cognitive abilities, social support systems, medication management, and preferences for

care.



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, How can nurses contribute to the prevention of healthcare-associated infections?


✔✔Nurses can contribute to preventing healthcare-associated infections by adhering to strict

hand hygiene protocols, using personal protective equipment (PPE), and educating patients on

infection prevention techniques.




What is the importance of conducting a comprehensive pain assessment?


✔✔Conducting a comprehensive pain assessment is important to understand the patient's pain

experience, guide effective pain management strategies, and evaluate the effectiveness of

interventions.




How does cultural sensitivity impact patient-nurse relationships?


✔✔Cultural sensitivity enhances patient-nurse relationships by fostering trust, improving

communication, and ensuring that care is respectful and relevant to the patient’s cultural context.




What are the signs of delirium that nurses should monitor in hospitalized patients?


✔✔Signs of delirium include confusion, disorientation, fluctuating levels of consciousness,

changes in attention, and disturbances in perception.




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