Exam 41: Communication

Critical Thinking: A patient states,"I had a bad nightmare.When I woke up,I felt emotionally drained,as though I hadn't rested well." Which response by the nurse would be an example of interpersonal therapeutic communication?

Critical Thinking: The nurse is seeking clarification of a statement that was made by a patient.What is the best way for the nurse to seek clarification?

The nurse is admitting a patient to the medical/surgical unit.Which communication technique would be considered appropriate for this interaction?

Critical Thinking: The nurse and the patient are conversing face to face.What communication technique is this?

A patient does not make eye contact with the nurse and is folding his arms at his chest.Which aspect of communication has the nurse assessed?

A nurse is conducting a therapeutic session with a patient in the inpatient psychiatric facility.Which remark by the nurse would be an appropriate way to begin an interview session?

A patient states that everything has been going great; however,the nurse observe the patient biting his nails and fidgeting.What assessment can the nurse make? The patient's communication type is