Exam (elaborations) NURSING 222

The nurse is caring for a patient who is under arrest for murder. She is attempting to perform her duties while, at the same time, feeling a sense of repugnance toward the patient. The nurse is undergoing: a. value clarification b. value conflict c. first-order beliefs d. higher-order beliefs Enduring ideas about what a person considers is desirable or has worth in life is known as a: a. value. b. first-order belief c. higher order belief d. stereotype A patient with terminal cancer says to the nurse, “I just don’t know if I should allow CPR in the event I quit breathing. What do you think?” Which statement by the nurse would be most beneficial to the patient? a. “If it were me, I would want to live no matter what.” b. “Don’t worry. You have plenty of time to decide that later on.” c. “It’s totally up to you. Have you discussed this with your family?” d. “Let’s talk about what CPR means to you.” The nurse is discussing the use of a values clarification tool with a patient. The patient asks, “What is the goal of the values clarification tool?” Which is the best response by the nurse? a. “The tool will help change your value system so that you can make the right decision.” b. “The tool will dispel your current beliefs and formulate brand new ones.” c. “The tool will assist you in prioritizing your value preferences and help you make decisions.” d. “The tool allows you to make decisions without the need of self-awareness.” .....................................CONTINUED..........................