Exam 3: The Interview

During a clinic visit a patient states,"The doctor just told me he thought I ought to stop smoking.He doesn't understand how hard I've tried.I just don't know the best way to do it.What should I do?" The nurse's most appropriate response in this case would be:

A nurse is taking complete health histories on all of the patients attending a wellness workshop.On the history form,one of the written questions asks,"You don't smoke,drink,or take drugs,do you?" This question is an example of:

The nurse is nearing the end of an interview.Which statement is appropriate at this time?

The nurse is conducting an interview.Which of these statements is true regarding open-ended questions? Select all that apply.

A pregnant woman states,"I just know labor will be so painful that I won't be able to stand it.I know it sounds awful,but I really dread going into labor." The nurse responds by stating,"Oh,don't worry about labor so much.I have been through it,and although it is painful there are many good medications to decrease the pain." Which statement is true regarding this response? It was a:

During an interview,the nurse would expect that most of the interview will take place at which distance?

During an interview,a woman says,"I have decided that I can no longer allow my children to live with their father's violence,but I just can't seem to leave him." Using interpretation,the nurse's best response would be:

A man arrives at the clinic for an annual wellness physical.He is experiencing no acute health problems.Which question or statement by the nurse is most appropriate when beginning the interview?

A woman has just entered the emergency department after being battered by her husband.The nurse needs to get some information from her to begin treatment.What is the best choice for an opening with this patient ?

An American Indian woman has come to the clinic for diabetic follow-up teaching.During the interview,the nurse notices that she never makes eye contact and speaks mostly to the floor.Which statement is true regarding this situation?

The nurse is interviewing a patient who has a hearing impairment.What techniques would be most beneficial in communicating with this patient?

The nurse has used interpretation regarding a patient's statement or actions.After using this technique,it would be best for the nurse to:

During a follow-up visit,the nurse discovers that a patient has not been taking his insulin on a regular basis.The nurse asks,"Why haven't you taken your insulin?" Which statement is an appropriate evaluation of this question?

A female nurse is interviewing a male who has recently immigrated.During the course of the interview,he leans forward and then finally moves his chair close enough that his knees are nearly touching the nurse's knees.The nurse begins to feel uncomfortable with his proximity.Which statement most closely reflects what the nurse should do next?

During a prenatal check,a patient begins to cry as the nurse asks her about previous pregnancies.She states that she is remembering her last pregnancy,which ended in miscarriage.The nurse's best response to her crying would be:

A female patient does not speak English well,and the nurse needs to choose an interpreter.Which of the following would be the most appropriate choice?

In using verbal responses to assist the patient's narrative,some responses focus on the patient's frame of reference and some focus on the health care provider's perspective.An example of a verbal response that focuses on the health care provider's perspective would be:

During the interview portion of data collection,the nurse collects _____ data.

The nurse is conducting an interview with a woman who has recently learned that she is pregnant and who has come to the clinic today to begin prenatal care.The woman states that she and her husband are excited about the pregnancy but have a few questions.She looks nervously at her hands during the interview and sighs loudly.Considering the concept of communication,the nurse knows that which statement is most accurate? The woman is:

During an interview,the nurse states,"You mentioned shortness of breath.Tell me more about that." Which verbal skill is used with this statement?