NUR 320 Sherpath Quizzes Questions
With Correct Answers
The nurse knows that it is important to use therapeutic communication when
speaking with families. Which statement represents the goal of therapeutic
communication?
A. The goal of therapeutic communication is to streamline the conversations
with patients and families
B. The goal of therapeutic communication is to establish a relationship with the
patient and family that is built on trust and respect
C. The goal of therapeutic communication is to ensure the family hears what the
nurse is saying when communicating with them
D. The goal of therapeutic communication is to persuade the patient and family
to use a particular treatment - ANSWER (B) The goal of therapeutic
communication is to establish a relationship with the patient and family that is
built on trust and respect
The nurse is caring for a 10-year-old newly admitted patient. The nurse gives the
parents of the child information regarding HIPAA and confidentiality. Which
statement by the parents indicates that they understand the laws regarding
privacy and confidentiality?
A. "We understand that other attending health care providers can review our
child's record as needed."
B. "We can't request a copy of our child's medical record because he is a
minor."
C. "If somebody calls the hospital for medical information regarding our child, it
will be given to them."
D. "Our child's medical records will automatically be sent to his school." -
ANSWER (A) "We understand that other attending health care providers can
review our child's record as needed."
Children should be included in the interview process as much as possible. What
factor(s) should the nurse take into account when including a child in the
interview process?
A. The developmental level of the child
B. The age of the child
C. The physical health of the child
D. The ability of the child to communicate verbally
E. Whether the child wants to be involved or not
,F. The length of time allotted for the interview - ANSWER (A,B,C,D) The
developmental level of the child, the age of the child, the ability of the child to
communicate verbally & the physical health of the child
Listening is essential to effective communication. Which factor(s) is true when
defining listening?
A. Listening is an active process
B. It is only considered listening when the person is using verbal communication
C. Distraction can impede a person from listening
D. Listening allows a person to show empathy
E. The purpose of listening is to understand - ANSWER (A,C,D,E) Listening is an
active process, distraction can impede a person from listening, listening allows
a person to show empathy, & the purpose of listening is to understand
Communication blocks can hinder the relationship between a nurse and the
patient/family. Which action(s) are considered barriers or blocks by the nurse to
the communication between the nurse and the family?
A. The nurse giving advice when asked by the parents
B. When the nurse talks more than the parents
C. Using positive feedback regarding statements that are made by the parents
D. When the nurse interrupts or finishes the parents' sentences
E. Asking closed-ended, direct questions to the parents
F. Using stereotyping or cliché phrases during the interview - ANSWER (B,
D,E,F) When the nurse talks more than the parents, When the nurse interrupts or
finishes the parents' sentences, asking closed-ended, direct questions to the
parents, & using stereotyping or cliché phrases during the interview
The nurse is caring for a 6-year-old patient whose family is from Puerto Rico.
What action(s) should the nurse take prior to starting the interview to ensure she
is providing culturally competent care?
A. Assess the parents and child regarding their preferred language
B. Ask the unit partner who speaks Spanish for assistance speaking to the family
C. Ask the parents for the person within the family that is responsible for health
care decisions
D.The nurse should not let personal prejudices impede the care of the patient
E. Enlist the help of a trained interpreter via the hospital translator phone
service - ANSWER (A,C,D,E) Assess the parents and child regarding their
preferred language, ask the parents for the person within the family that is
responsible for health care decisions, the nurse should not let personal
prejudices impede the care of the patient, & enlist the help of a trained
interpreter via the hospital translator phone service
The nurse is speaking with a parent of a 6-week-old. The parent is concerned
that she is not providing for the needs of her child. What statement by the parent
represents that she requires more education by the nurse?
, A. "I know that my baby does not understand what I am saying, so I usually do
not speak to her."
B. "I love when my baby is smiling and cooing since this can be interpreted as
being happy."
C. "Even though my baby cannot speak, I know that she can use certain cues to
communicate with me."
D. "When the baby cries, I check to make sure her diaper is dry and to see if she
is hungry." - ANSWER (A) "I know that my baby does not understand what I am
saying, so I usually do not speak to her."
The nurse is discussing care with a 7-year-old girl who is diagnosed with
Kawasaki disease. The nurse understands the relationship between the child's
developmental level and communication when making which statement?
A. "It is important to rest during this time and not participate in any activities."
B. "The rash on your body will go away with the medicine that we are giving you.
It is not a permanent rash."
C. "I know that you want to know why you have this disease, but it is important to
rest right now."
D. "I see that you have a teddy bear with you. We will need to have your parents
take your teddy bear home until you are feeling better." - ANSWER (B) "The rash
on your body will go away with the medicine that we are giving you. It is not a
permanent rash."
The nurse is caring for a 17-year-old patient who was admitted for attempted
suicide. The patient will not speak to anybody. Which is the best action the nurse
can take to help facilitate communication with the patient?
A. Provide the patient with a journal to write down her thoughts
B. Provide toys and games to play with
C. Make sure to use phrases which include "you" when speaking with the patient
D. Ask the patient directly how she feels - ANSWER (A) Provide the patient with a
journal to write down her thoughts
The progression of function in infants can be described by which patterns of
growth and development?
A. Simple to complex
B. General to specific
C. Complex to simple
D. Specific to general
E. functional to nonfunctional - ANSWER (A & B) Simple to complex & general to
specific,
A rapid pace of growth is common in which age group?
A. From birth to 2 years
B. From 10 years to puberty
C. From 2 years to 10 years
D. From 16 to approx. 24 years
With Correct Answers
The nurse knows that it is important to use therapeutic communication when
speaking with families. Which statement represents the goal of therapeutic
communication?
A. The goal of therapeutic communication is to streamline the conversations
with patients and families
B. The goal of therapeutic communication is to establish a relationship with the
patient and family that is built on trust and respect
C. The goal of therapeutic communication is to ensure the family hears what the
nurse is saying when communicating with them
D. The goal of therapeutic communication is to persuade the patient and family
to use a particular treatment - ANSWER (B) The goal of therapeutic
communication is to establish a relationship with the patient and family that is
built on trust and respect
The nurse is caring for a 10-year-old newly admitted patient. The nurse gives the
parents of the child information regarding HIPAA and confidentiality. Which
statement by the parents indicates that they understand the laws regarding
privacy and confidentiality?
A. "We understand that other attending health care providers can review our
child's record as needed."
B. "We can't request a copy of our child's medical record because he is a
minor."
C. "If somebody calls the hospital for medical information regarding our child, it
will be given to them."
D. "Our child's medical records will automatically be sent to his school." -
ANSWER (A) "We understand that other attending health care providers can
review our child's record as needed."
Children should be included in the interview process as much as possible. What
factor(s) should the nurse take into account when including a child in the
interview process?
A. The developmental level of the child
B. The age of the child
C. The physical health of the child
D. The ability of the child to communicate verbally
E. Whether the child wants to be involved or not
,F. The length of time allotted for the interview - ANSWER (A,B,C,D) The
developmental level of the child, the age of the child, the ability of the child to
communicate verbally & the physical health of the child
Listening is essential to effective communication. Which factor(s) is true when
defining listening?
A. Listening is an active process
B. It is only considered listening when the person is using verbal communication
C. Distraction can impede a person from listening
D. Listening allows a person to show empathy
E. The purpose of listening is to understand - ANSWER (A,C,D,E) Listening is an
active process, distraction can impede a person from listening, listening allows
a person to show empathy, & the purpose of listening is to understand
Communication blocks can hinder the relationship between a nurse and the
patient/family. Which action(s) are considered barriers or blocks by the nurse to
the communication between the nurse and the family?
A. The nurse giving advice when asked by the parents
B. When the nurse talks more than the parents
C. Using positive feedback regarding statements that are made by the parents
D. When the nurse interrupts or finishes the parents' sentences
E. Asking closed-ended, direct questions to the parents
F. Using stereotyping or cliché phrases during the interview - ANSWER (B,
D,E,F) When the nurse talks more than the parents, When the nurse interrupts or
finishes the parents' sentences, asking closed-ended, direct questions to the
parents, & using stereotyping or cliché phrases during the interview
The nurse is caring for a 6-year-old patient whose family is from Puerto Rico.
What action(s) should the nurse take prior to starting the interview to ensure she
is providing culturally competent care?
A. Assess the parents and child regarding their preferred language
B. Ask the unit partner who speaks Spanish for assistance speaking to the family
C. Ask the parents for the person within the family that is responsible for health
care decisions
D.The nurse should not let personal prejudices impede the care of the patient
E. Enlist the help of a trained interpreter via the hospital translator phone
service - ANSWER (A,C,D,E) Assess the parents and child regarding their
preferred language, ask the parents for the person within the family that is
responsible for health care decisions, the nurse should not let personal
prejudices impede the care of the patient, & enlist the help of a trained
interpreter via the hospital translator phone service
The nurse is speaking with a parent of a 6-week-old. The parent is concerned
that she is not providing for the needs of her child. What statement by the parent
represents that she requires more education by the nurse?
, A. "I know that my baby does not understand what I am saying, so I usually do
not speak to her."
B. "I love when my baby is smiling and cooing since this can be interpreted as
being happy."
C. "Even though my baby cannot speak, I know that she can use certain cues to
communicate with me."
D. "When the baby cries, I check to make sure her diaper is dry and to see if she
is hungry." - ANSWER (A) "I know that my baby does not understand what I am
saying, so I usually do not speak to her."
The nurse is discussing care with a 7-year-old girl who is diagnosed with
Kawasaki disease. The nurse understands the relationship between the child's
developmental level and communication when making which statement?
A. "It is important to rest during this time and not participate in any activities."
B. "The rash on your body will go away with the medicine that we are giving you.
It is not a permanent rash."
C. "I know that you want to know why you have this disease, but it is important to
rest right now."
D. "I see that you have a teddy bear with you. We will need to have your parents
take your teddy bear home until you are feeling better." - ANSWER (B) "The rash
on your body will go away with the medicine that we are giving you. It is not a
permanent rash."
The nurse is caring for a 17-year-old patient who was admitted for attempted
suicide. The patient will not speak to anybody. Which is the best action the nurse
can take to help facilitate communication with the patient?
A. Provide the patient with a journal to write down her thoughts
B. Provide toys and games to play with
C. Make sure to use phrases which include "you" when speaking with the patient
D. Ask the patient directly how she feels - ANSWER (A) Provide the patient with a
journal to write down her thoughts
The progression of function in infants can be described by which patterns of
growth and development?
A. Simple to complex
B. General to specific
C. Complex to simple
D. Specific to general
E. functional to nonfunctional - ANSWER (A & B) Simple to complex & general to
specific,
A rapid pace of growth is common in which age group?
A. From birth to 2 years
B. From 10 years to puberty
C. From 2 years to 10 years
D. From 16 to approx. 24 years
