NSG 3180 Exam Prep (20+ Questions) – Therapeutic Communication, Grief, Cultural Sensitivity

This document features over 20 detailed, exam-format questions with verified correct answers for NSG 3180 Unit 3 at Florida International University. It centers on therapeutic communication techniques, grief responses, cultural competence, patient behavior, and crisis management—vital areas in nursing education and clinical interaction. Students are tested on their ability to identify, match, and apply specific therapeutic communication methods such as “using silence,” “offering self,” “restating,” and “seeking clarification.” Realistic clinical scenarios are used to explore concepts like anticipatory grief, cultural diversity, dementia care, pediatric coping behaviors, and psychiatric crisis de-escalation. The document also includes best-practice guidance for managing agitated patients, supporting family members in end-of-life care, and communicating across developmental and cognitive stages. This study material is highly relevant for: BSN and RN-to-BSN students enrolled in NSG 3180 or similar courses Nursing students preparing for NCLEX with a focus on psychosocial integrity and communication Health sciences or psychology students exploring therapeutic communication and behavior in clinical settings Clinical nurse educators and new graduates seeking refreshers on culturally responsive care and communication frameworks The content supports deeper understanding of patient-centered care by linking theory to application, communication to outcomes, and empathy to effective nursing practice. Keywords: therapeutic communication, NSG 3180, anticipatory grief, dementia care, cultural diversity in nursing, pediatric coping, psychiatric crisis, SBAR, patient behavior, regression, apraxia, open-ended questions, perception checking, touch in dementia care, nursing communication techniques