NURSING 251 EXAM 2 QUIZZES 2026/2027 | NURSING 251 EXAM 2 QUIZ
QUESTIONS, STUDY GUIDE & REVIEW
Which of the following techniques is most likely to result in the improved understanding for the
patient of the interviewer's questions?
A. The use of phrases that are commonly used by other client's in the area.
B. The use of the client's own terms if possible.
C. The use of the simplest language possible
D. The use of the correct medical and technical terminology - Correct answer ✔✔ C.
A statement such as "OK, now I want to discuss your sleep and rest patterns" is an example of
which component of the interviewing process? The use of a . . .
A. Leading question
B. Direct question
C. Transitional phrase
D. Closing remark - Correct answer ✔✔ C.
When setting the stage and then managing the interview, which of the following is it imperative
to do?
A. Take extensive notes during the interview so details are not missed
B. Greet the client by their first name to increase comfort
C. Introduce yourself and your role, usually before the client undresses
D. Warn the client that you cannot guarantee confidentiality - Correct answer ✔✔ C.
, How might an examiner be able to help a patient who seems uncomfortable with close contact
during an examination?
A. Acknowledge the discomfort
B. Back away from the client
C. Joke about the client's discomfort
D. Move quickly to completion of the exam - Correct answer ✔✔ A.
Which one of the following actions would best promote accurate translations and
confidentialityfor the patient when the caregiver does not speak the patient's language?
A. Ask a hospital employee unfamiliar with the client to translate
B. Ask a friend of the client to translate
C. Ask a family member to translate
D. Ask the client's neighbor to translate - Correct answer ✔✔ A.
Which one of the following factors is most important to consider while the nurse is interacting
with patients?
A. The atmosphere of the interview area
B. The time you have to spend with the client
C.The nurse's feelings, such as anger or disgust
D. The nurse's need to be accepted by your clients - Correct answer ✔✔ C.
Which type of question would be the most effective in obtaining a patient's perceptions of his
or her problem?
QUESTIONS, STUDY GUIDE & REVIEW
Which of the following techniques is most likely to result in the improved understanding for the
patient of the interviewer's questions?
A. The use of phrases that are commonly used by other client's in the area.
B. The use of the client's own terms if possible.
C. The use of the simplest language possible
D. The use of the correct medical and technical terminology - Correct answer ✔✔ C.
A statement such as "OK, now I want to discuss your sleep and rest patterns" is an example of
which component of the interviewing process? The use of a . . .
A. Leading question
B. Direct question
C. Transitional phrase
D. Closing remark - Correct answer ✔✔ C.
When setting the stage and then managing the interview, which of the following is it imperative
to do?
A. Take extensive notes during the interview so details are not missed
B. Greet the client by their first name to increase comfort
C. Introduce yourself and your role, usually before the client undresses
D. Warn the client that you cannot guarantee confidentiality - Correct answer ✔✔ C.
, How might an examiner be able to help a patient who seems uncomfortable with close contact
during an examination?
A. Acknowledge the discomfort
B. Back away from the client
C. Joke about the client's discomfort
D. Move quickly to completion of the exam - Correct answer ✔✔ A.
Which one of the following actions would best promote accurate translations and
confidentialityfor the patient when the caregiver does not speak the patient's language?
A. Ask a hospital employee unfamiliar with the client to translate
B. Ask a friend of the client to translate
C. Ask a family member to translate
D. Ask the client's neighbor to translate - Correct answer ✔✔ A.
Which one of the following factors is most important to consider while the nurse is interacting
with patients?
A. The atmosphere of the interview area
B. The time you have to spend with the client
C.The nurse's feelings, such as anger or disgust
D. The nurse's need to be accepted by your clients - Correct answer ✔✔ C.
Which type of question would be the most effective in obtaining a patient's perceptions of his
or her problem?
