Nursing 251 Exam 2 questions and answers well illustrated.

Nursing 251 Exam 2 questions and answers well illustrated. Which of the following techniques is most likely to result in the improved understanding for the patient of the interviewer's questions? - correct answers.The use of the simplest language possible 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 . . . - correct answers.Transitional phase When setting the stage and then managing the interview, which of the following is it imperative to do? - correct answers.Introduce yourself and your role, usually before the client undresses How might an examiner be able to help a patient who seems uncomfortable with close contact during an examination? - correct answers.Acknowledge the discomfort Which one of the following actions would best promote accurate translations and confidentiality for the patient when the caregiver does not speak the patient's language? - correct answers.Ask a hospital employee unfamiliar with the client to translate Which one of the following factors is most important to consider while the nurse is interacting with patients? - correct answers.The nurse's feelings, such as anger or disgust Which type of question would be the most effective in obtaining a patient's perceptions of his or her problem? - correct answers.Open-ended questions During which part of the interview would the nurse ask a patient questions about a current illness? - correct answers.Working phase The nurse is beginning a health history interview with an adult patient who expresses anger at the nurse. What is the best approach by the nurse for dealing with an angry patient? - correct answers.Allow the patient to ventilate his/her feelings For the nurse to be therapeutic with patients when discussing sensitive issues such as terminal illness or sexuality, the nurse should have which of the following? - correct answers.Knowledge of his/her own thoughts and feelings about these issues Empathetic responses - correct answers.Establishing rapport with the patient by identifying feelings of the patient Confrontation - correct answers.Identifying and stating observations that seem to be at odds with statements, behavior, etc. Reflection - correct answers.Repeating the patient's own words to encourage expression of facts and feelings. Interpretation - correct answers.An inference about feelings or concerns that is used to clarify data already collected. Facilitation - correct answers.Cueing a patient to continue by saying "mm-mm, using silence, etc. Which of the following are behaviors of active listening? Select all that may apply. - correct answers.Maintaining an open posture Establishing and maintaining eye contact Responding positively when giving feedback The skin plays a vital role in temperature maintenance, fluid and electrolyte balance, and synthesis of which vitamin? - correct answers.D A female client visits the clinic and complains to the nurse that her skin feels "dry". The nurse should instruct the client that skin elasticity is related to adequate . . . - correct answers.Fluid intake Usually evaluated by the mnemonic ABCDE - correct answers.Malignant melanoma Most common skin cancer in caucasions - correct answers.Basal cell carcinoma Most serious type and most rapidly increasing cancer in the U.S. - correct answers.Malignant melanoma Most common skin cancer in darker skinned individuals - correct answers.Squamous cell carcinoma Associated with overall sun exposure and common on body sites with heavy sun exposure - correct answers.Squamous cell carcinoma Common on body sites with moderate sun exposure - correct answers.Basal cell carcinoma Fluid-filled, circumscribed, elevated, greater than 0.5 cm - correct answers.Bulla Circumscribed, non-elevated, non-palpable, less than 1 cm - correct answers.Macula Palpable elevated solid mass, 0.5 to 1 - 2 cm Tumor: 1-2 cm - correct answers.Nodule Palpable elevated solid mass, a wart - correct answers.Papule Palpable elevated solid mass, greater than 1-2 cm - correct answers.Tumor Circumscribed, non-elevated, non-palpable, greater than 1 cm - correct answers.Patch With which condition is a venous star associated? - correct answers.Increased pressure in veins A nurse is examining a new patient admitted to the hospital unit from home. The patient is bed-ridden and transfers to a chair only with the assist of family members. The nurse notes an area of redness that does not blanch with palpation on the patient's buttocks; however, the area's skin is intact. What stage of pressure ulcer development does the nurse document? - correct answers.Stage 1 A bluish hue to the skin and nails that develops as a result of decreased blood flow to an area as seen in cold conditions for example is called which term? - correct answers.Peripheral cyaanosis The increase in base angle of the finger nails and loss of the diamond when placing the fingers of opposite hands together is called by which term? - correct answers.Clubbing Pinching the skin between the fingers at the collarbone and noting the tenting is assessing for which parameter? - correct answers.Turgor A nurse is performing a nutritional assessment on a client. Which of the following clinical findings are suggestive of malnutrition? Select all that may apply. - correct answers.Poor would healing Dry brittle skin Weak hand grips Impaired coordination What are the parts of an interview? - correct answers.Introductory phase Working phase Summary/Closing phase Introductory phase - correct answers.•Introduce self