MSN 6410 mod 1 lesson quizes

Why is it important that the nurse take special care to establish rapport during the initial interview of a newly admitted patient? - It is the only time the nurse will meet the patient -It sets the tone for partnership -The initial interview will be the only time to gather patient information -To set the stage for the health care provider to speak to the patient - -It sets the tone for partnership During the interview of a newly admitted patient, why is it important for the nurse to maintain eye contact when establishing a good rapport? It forces the patient to answer questions truthfully It puts the focus on patient It ensures the patient does not get distracted It ensures the patient answers questions quickly - It puts the focus on patient To prepare for a patient interview, the nurse determines if the patient has any immediate physical needs. Why is this an important step in establishing rapport? It ensures the patient does not need to leave the room for anything It helps make the patient more physically comfortable It establishes an alliance, thus ensuring the patient will answer truthfully It ensures the patient answers questions quickly - It helps make the patient more physically comfortable During communication with a new patient, the nurse interrupts the patient, asking, "What exactly do you mean by high blood pressure?" It was appropriate to interrupt the patient because the nurse is using which communication technique? Wording questions wisely Using nonjudgmental questions Using open-ended questions Asking for clarification - Asking for clarification