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Fundamentals Of Nursing Exam 1

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A client is referred to a surgeon by the healthcare provider. After meeting the surgeon, the client decides to consult with a different surgeon about treatment options. The nurse supports the client's action, utilizing which ethical principle? 1.Beneficence 2.Veracity 3.Autonomy 4.Privacy - Correct Answer-3. Autonomy A nurse forgets to administer a dose of a client's diuretic drug and the client experiences an episode of pulmonary edema. The nurse should consider that this error constitutes negligence because the situation contains which element? 1.Purposeful failure to perform a healthcare procedure 2.Unintentional failure to perform a healthcare procedure 3.Act of substituting a different medication for the one prescribed 4.Failure to follow a healthcare provider's prescription - Correct Answer-2. unintentional failure to perform a healthcare procedure An individual falls and fractures a hip while walking down the street. A companion notices a nurse drive past without stopping to assist. The individual sues the nurse for negligence but fails to win a judgment for which reason? 1.The nurse had no duty to the individual. 2.The nurse did what most nurses would do in the same circumstance. 3.The nurse did not cause the client's injuries. 4.The nurse was off-duty at that time. - Correct Answer-1. the nurse had no duty to the individual. A client asks why a diagnostic test has been prescribed and the nurse replies, "I'm unsure but will find out for you." When the nurse later returns and provides an explanation, the nurse is acting under which principle? 1.Nonmaleficence 2.Veracity 3.Beneficence 4.Fidelity - Correct Answer-4. fidelity

A client who takes warfarin is given aspirin for a headache while visiting a neighbor, who is a nurse. The client subsequently has a bleeding episode caused by interaction of these drugs. The legal nurse consultant interprets which necessary elements of malpractice are missing from this case? Select all that apply. 1.Breach of duty 2.Duty owed 3.Injury experienced 4.Causation between nurse's action and injury 5.Intent to cause harm or injury - Correct Answer-2 & 5.

• The nurse did not have a duty to the neighbor and was not in an employment capacity.
• The nurse did not intend to cause injury or harm A client with cancer has decided to discontinue further treatment. Although the nurse would like the client to continue treatment, the nurse recognizes the client is competent and supports the client's decision using which ethical principle? 1.Justice 2.Fidelity 3.Autonomy 4.Confidentiality - Correct Answer-3. Autonomy The healthcare provider prescribes a medication in a dose that is considered toxic. The nurse administers the medication to the client, who later suffers a cardiac arrest and dies. What consequence can the nurse expect from this situation? Select all that apply. 1.The healthcare provider who prescribed the drug can be charged with negligence. 2.As the employing agency, only the hospital can be charged with negligence. 3.The nurse and prescriber may be terminated from employment to prevent a charge of negligence to the hospital. 4.Negligence will not be charged, as this event could happen to any reasonable person. 5.The nurse can be charged with negligence for administering the toxic dose - Correct Answer-1 & 5.
• The healthcare provider who prescribed the drug can be charged with negligence because they are liable for their errors.
• The nurse can be charged with negligence for failing to verify and question the incorrect dose. A nurse and teacher are discussing legal issues related to the practice of their professions. The teacher asks about the functions of the Nurse Practice Act (NPA). The nurse should include which elements in a response? Select all that apply. 1.Accredit schools of nursing 2.Enforce ethical standards of behavior 3.Protect the public 4.Define the scope of nursing practice

5.Determine liability insurance rates - Correct Answer-3 & 4.

• The NPA serves to protect the public by setting minimum qualifications for nursing relating to skills & competencies
• The NPA defines the scope of nursing practice in that state or province. A staff nurse concerned about maintaining client confidentiality would take which action while carrying out assigned duties? 1.Read non-assigned client records to become more familiar with disease processes. 2.Share client information with nurses from the unit to which the client may eventually be transferred. 3.Allow the family to review the client's health record to obtain answers to their questions. 4.Share information about the client with those directly involved in that client's care - Correct Answer-4. Share information about the client with only those directly involved in that clients care. The nurse working in an acute care environment would utilize which strategies to reduce the risk of malpractice litigation? Select all that apply. 1.Discuss any errors with the client and family in detail. 2.Keep incident reports on file. 3.Maintain expertise in practice. 4.Offer opinions to clients when the situation warrants. 5.Report unsafe staffing levels to supervisor - Correct Answer-3 & 5.
• Maintain expertise in practice
• Report unsafe staffing levels to supervisor 1.The nurse determines a new mother is in greatest need of more education about infant care and safety when the mother makes which statement? 1."I am pretty sure that I am going to breastfeed my baby." 2."After feeding, I should put my baby on her tummy to prevent choking." 3."Solid foods are unnecessary during the baby's first 4-6 months." 4."I should wake my baby up every 3-4 hours for feeding." - Correct Answer-2. After feeding, I should put my baby on her tummy to prevent choking 2.The result of a toddler's lead screening is 12 mg/dL. What would the nurse say to the mother at this time? 1."His lab values are just fine." 2."Have you noticed any blood in his stools?" 3."When were his last immunizations?" 4."Tell me about where you live." - Correct Answer-4. tell me about where you live

3.A newborn is scheduled for discharge from the birthing center tomorrow. When teaching the new parents about car seats, which characteristics of infant restraint systems would the nurse include as essential for the newborn? Select all that apply. 1.Forward-facing 2.Rear-facing 3.In the back seat 4.In the front seat 5.Of a solid and neutral color - Correct Answer-2 & 3. Rear-facing, in the back seat 4.Which snack would the nurse appropriately offer the hospitalized toddler? 1.Crackers 2.Peanuts 3.Grapes 4.Cereal bar - Correct Answer-1. crackers What is the best method for the nurse to use to encourage the use of bicycle helmets by school-age children? 1.Advocate for legislation on helmet laws. 2.Teach parents to role-model helmet use while riding bicycles. 3.Verbally reprimand children who report not wearing helmets while riding. 4.Recommend the parents purchase stylish helmets to increase compliance. - Correct Answer-2.Teach parents to role-model helmet use while riding bicycles. 6.A school nurse is planning a health class on accidents and injuries for high school students. Which topic is most important to include? 1.Occupational-related injuries at work 2.Motor vehicle-related injuries 3.Fall-related injuries 4.Injury due to residential fires - Correct Answer-2.Motor vehicle-related injuries 7.The home health nurse is visiting an older adult client with diabetes mellitus. The nurse becomes concerned and implements safety education when which of the following occurs? 1.Neighbors bring a warm lunch to client 2.Children install air conditioners in kitchen and bedroom 3.Grandchildren place baskets of folded laundry by bedroom door 4.Client stores diabetic testing supplies on kitchen table - Correct Answer- 3.Grandchildren place baskets of folded laundry by bedroom door

8.The nurse preceptor observes the new RN administering medications. The preceptor concludes there is a risk for medication error when the new RN takes which action? 1.Answers a healthcare provider's page while passing medications 2.Uses military time for documentation 3.Asks for help with a dosage calculation 4.Does not give a medication that the client questions - Correct Answer-1.Answers a healthcare provider's page while passing medications 9.The nurse would ask a client scheduled for a venogram about allergy to which substance before the procedure? 1.Peanuts 2.Iodine 3.Eggs 4.Meat tenderizer - Correct Answer-2. iodine 10.Which of the following medication prescriptions should the nurse question? 1.Morphine sulfate 4 mg IV every 3-4 hours as needed for pain 2.Ceftriaxone IVPB every 8 hours 3.Furosemide 40 mg po daily 4.Metoprolol 50 mg po twice a day - Correct Answer-2.Ceftriaxone IVPB every 8 hours there is no dosage 11.The nurse has applied elbow splints on a confused client to prevent the client from removing the intravenous (IV) line. Which of the following interventions is required? 1.Document appearance of client's IV site every hour. 2.Remove elbow splints every 8 hours. 3.Ask for renewal of prescription for restraint every 72 hours. 4.Assess and document client's condition at least every hour. - Correct Answer- 4.Assess and document client's condition at least every hour. 12.A Code Red (fire) has been announced on the hospital unit. What is the nurse's first response? 1.Remove clients in danger from the fire. 2.Contain the fire. 3.Report fire to other staff. 4.Extinguish the fire. - Correct Answer-1.Remove clients in danger from the fire. 13.A client on the hospital unit has fallen. Place the nursing interventions in order of priority. All options must be used.

1.Identify all witnesses. 2.Call the healthcare provider. 3.Assess and provide urgent care. 4.Notify the charge nurse. 5.Fill out the incident report. - Correct Answer--Assess and provide urgent care

• Notify charge nurse
• Call healthcare provider
• Identify all witnesses
• Fill out incident report Which information would the nurse omit from written documentation when a reportable incident has occurred? 1.Names of witnesses on incident report 2.Nursing interventions in medical record 3.Time healthcare provider was called about incident report 4.That an incident report was submitted in medical record - Correct Answer-That an incident report was submitted in medical record 15.Public health nurses have been activated to open a shelter due to an approaching hurricane. What most important items should families be encouraged to take to the emergency shelter? 1.Food and extra clothing 2.Cats and small dogs 3.Medication and vital records 4.Radios and small personal electronics - Correct Answer-3.Medication and vital records 16.A major portion of a construction project has collapsed. The emergency department (ED) has been notified that numerous victims are being transported to the ED. What should be the first action of the ED nurses? 1.Assess department for resources—staff, beds, equipment. 2.Implement personnel recall system. 3.Discharge stable clients. 4.Set up a temporary morgue. - Correct Answer-1.Assess department for resources— staff, beds, equipment. 17.A young man is brought to the emergency department as a victim of a multivehicle accident that caused multiple casualties. The man is awake and alert. He has a fracture of his right tibia and several small lacerations on his face. How will the triage nurse categorize this client? 1.Priority 1 (red tag) 2.Priority 2 (yellow tag)

3.Priority 3 (green tag) 4.Priority 4 (black tag) - Correct Answer-2.Priority 2 (yellow tag) 18.The nurse should explain to the mother of a 10-month-old infant that a rear-facing car safety seat should continue to be used until the child exceeds the weight limit or is months of age - Correct Answer-24 months, or 2 years 19.The nurse is treating a client who continues to return to a violent relationship saying, "There is nothing I can do." What is the nurse's best response? 1."You do have some choices; let's sit together and explore them." 2."If you return you are at risk for further abuse." 3."Here is the number of the crisis hotline." 4."Do you have family or friends who can help?" - Correct Answer-1."You do have some choices; let's sit together and explore them." 20.The nurse is assessing a school-age child. Which finding by the nurse may indicate physical neglect? 1.Not following instructions well 2.Boisterous activity 3.Stealing or hoarding food 4.Sudden onset of enuresis - Correct Answer-3.Stealing or hoarding food 21.The nurse admits a female client to the emergency department who arrives with a black eye and reports of headache, chronic pain, GI problems, menstrual irregularities, and anxiety. A previous physical workup was negative. The nurse should assess the client for which priority problems? Select all that apply. 1.Premenstrual syndrome 2.Physical or sexual abuse 3.Irritable bowel syndrome 4.Self-destructive potential 5.Migraine headache - Correct Answer-2 & 4. Physical or sexual abuse, and self-destructive potential what is the chain of infection? - Correct Answer-1. etiologic agent (microorganism)

2. reservoir (source)
3. portal of exit from reservoir
4. method of transportation
5. portal of entry to the susceptible host
6. susceptible host what Is the most effective way to prevent spread of microorganisms? - Correct Answer- Hand hygiene What does PPE consist of? - Correct Answer-Gloves, gown, mask, eye protection

During a nursing assessment, the client states he is 70 years old and has a history of staphylococcus infections, increased intraocular pressure, and blurred vision. The nurse concludes that which item reported by the client is a risk factor for the development of cataracts?

1. History of staphylococcus infections
2. Increased intraocular pressure
3. Stated age of client
4. Long duration of blurred vision - Correct Answer-3. age of the client A 92-year-old client who is very hard of hearing is hospitalized. Which action by the nurse is appropriate when conducting the admission interview and assessment of the client?
5. Use a cotton swab to clean cerumen in the client's ear before the interview.
6. Speak louder into the client's ear determined to have better hearing.
7. Maintain normal pitch of the voice and face the client during the interview.
8. Put new batteries in the hearing aid to ensure proper functioning. - Correct Answer-3. Maintain normal pitch of the voice and face the client during the interview. A 72-year-old client has been in the ICU for the past 2 days. Which intervention would be the most appropriate in decreasing the risk for sensory deprivation? Select all that apply.
9. Remove equipment from the room.
10. Explain procedures and routines to the client upon admission.
11. Provide a clock and calendar in the client's room.
12. Maintain a balance of activity and rest periods.
13. Maintain constant conversation when in the client's room. - Correct Answer-3. Provide a clock and calendar in the client's room.
14. Maintain a balance of activity and rest periods. The nurse must apply an elastic bandage to support a client's sprained ankle. Which action should the nurse take during this procedure? 1.Moderately stretch the bandage and wrap it from distal extremity to proximal.
15. Wrap the extremity loosely enough to insert two fingers beneath the bandage.
16. Maintain a tight stretch with each wrap of the bandage.
17. Start proximal to the injury site and work distally. - Correct Answer-1. Moderately stretch the bandage and wrap it from distal extremity to proximal. All of the following clients visit the emergency room during one shift. For which clients should the nurse expect the healthcare provider to prescribe an antibiotic? Select all that apply.
18. Cat bite to the hand of an elderly client
19. Laceration from broken glass in a 6-year-old client
20. Stab wound in the arm of a 37-year-old client
21. Closed fracture to the ankle of a 40-year-old soccer player

5. A wrist sprain in a 17-year-old who was playing basketball - Correct Answer-1. Cat bite to the hand of an elderly client
6. Laceration from broken glass in a 6-year-old client
7. Stab wound in the arm of a 37-year-old client A client on complete bedrest is at risk for disuse syndrome. The nurse should consider which client goal as appropriate? The client has shorter periods of immobility. The client remains free of contractures in lower extremities. The nurse turns the client every 2 hours. The nurse performs passive range of motion to lower extremities every 4 hours. - Correct Answer-The client remains free of contractures in lower extremities. An older adult client who was hospitalized 3 days ago is having trouble sleeping with some periods of confusion during waking hours. What is the best interpretation by the nurse regarding this client data? The client is unable to manage health proactively. The client is having difficulty coping with hospitalization. The client may be experiencing hallucinations triggered by confusion. The client is having a disrupted sleep cycle because of the environment. - Correct Answer-The client is having a disrupted sleep cycle because of the environment. An 80-year-old client has been admitted to the nursing unit with Parkinson's disease. Which action by the nurse would be most appropriate in preventing disuse syndrome? Providing for the nutritional needs of the client Promoting weight-bearing exercises Encouraging 8 glasses of fluid in 24 hours Turning and positioning every 2 hours - Correct Answer-Promoting weight-bearing exercises A client is admitted with a pressure injury on the left hip. The nurse has entered the following goal on the standardized care plan, "skin heals by June 12." Prior to this date, the nurse evaluates progress on reaching this goal. Which statement is the best notation of progress toward the goal? Turned every 2 hours; avoided positioning on left side Wet to moist dressing changed every 4 hours No additional areas of skin breakdown noted Wound less reddened; granulation tissue noted - Correct Answer-Wound less reddened; granulation tissue noted In assessing a client who has been immobilized because of illness, the nurse would most likely document the state of the client's muscles as which of the following? Hypertrophied Atrophied Flexible Hardened - Correct Answer-Atrophied

A female client can move her right arm and leg but has hemiplegia on the left side. What should the nurse instruct the unlicensed assistant to perform on the client's left side during care? Active range of motion Passive range of motion Isotonic exercises Isometric exercises - Correct Answer-Passive range of motion A client has weakness of the lower extremities and uses crutches for mobility. What client behavior should indicate to the nurse that the client needs further teaching about using crutches? Uses the swing-to gait Uses axillary crutches Bears weight on the armpits Replaces rubber tips on the crutches - Correct Answer-Bears weight on the armpits A male client sustained numerous types of wounds when he lost control of his motorcycle and was thrown onto the pavement. The client asks the nurse which wounds will heal best. The nurse's reply is based on analysis that which type of wound would generally be least likely to scar? A wound that heals by primary intention A wound that heals by secondary intention A wound that becomes infected A wound to an extremity - Correct Answer-A wound that heals by primary intention A postoperative client tells the nurse that he developed dehiscence after his last surgery and wants to make sure it doesn't happen this time. Which nursing intervention should the nurse implement that would be most effective in preventing dehiscence in a postoperative client? Helping the client lose weight Preventing vomiting Administering antibiotics Keeping the wound dry - Correct Answer-Preventing vomiting An older adult client's postoperative abdominal wound is still healing weeks after the surgery. The client asks the clinic nurse why the wound is healing so slowly. Which factors should the nurse identify that negatively affect healing in older adults? Select all that apply. Vascular changes Nutritional status Decreased activity Keloid formation Nutrient absorption - Correct Answer-Vascular changes Nutritional status Nutrient absorption

A client admitted to the hospital for gallbladder surgery is diagnosed as having a vitamin C deficiency. The nurse places high priority on assessing this client for which development postoperatively? Unusual muscle weakness Mental confusion Delayed wound healing Ataxia upon ambulating - Correct Answer-Delayed wound healing The nurse is assessing a client with a mobility problem to determine an appropriate assistance device. The client's lower extremities have no paralysis, but are very weak. Upper-body strength is also reduced. The nurse should suggest which device for this client? Cane Four-wheeled walker Canadian or elbow extension crutch Lofstrand crutch - Correct Answer-Four-wheeled walker The nurse is evaluating a client using a cane. Which assessment made by the nurse would indicate that the client is using the cane appropriately? Client holds the cane with the hand on the stronger side. Client holds the cane with the hand on the affected side. Client moves the cane and the affected leg together. The cane tip is made of aluminum to prevent slippage. - Correct Answer-Client holds the cane with the hand on the stronger side. A client is at risk for developing a pressure injury and is placed on a repositioning regimen. The client does not like to lie on his side and complains about the need to turn. Which explanations by the nurse may enhance compliance? Select all that apply. "Turning helps maintain skin integrity by alternating areas of pressure." "Excess pressure interferes with skin absorption of vitamin D." "Changing positions will promote circulation and prevent contractures." "Changing position helps prevent skin breakdown that could ultimately lead to infection." "A repositioning schedule is a standard part of hospital policy." - Correct Answer-"Turning helps maintain skin integrity by alternating areas of pressure." "Changing positions will promote circulation and prevent contractures." "Changing position helps prevent skin breakdown that could ultimately lead to infection." The nurse is changing the abdominal dressing of a client who is 4 days postoperative. The nurse notes a moderate amount of serosanguineous drainage, wound edges not approximated, and puffy tissue protruding through the wound. What condition should the nurse suspect from theses manifestations? Hemorrhage Normal healing by primary intention Normal healing by secondary intention Evisceration - Correct Answer-Evisceration

The nurse needs to conduct an admission interview with a 74-year-old client who is hearing impaired. What should the nurse do to enhance the client's ability to hear? Select all that apply. Position self to be within the client's line of vision Dim the lights in the room Overarticulate words Turn down the television in the room Use a moderate rate and the same tone for all words - Correct Answer-Position self to be within the client's line of vision Turn down the television in the room Use a moderate rate and the same tone for all words How many chest compressions per minute during CPR - Correct Answer-100-120 per minute atleast 5cm / 2 in deep what is the compression to ventilation ratio for CPR - Correct Answer-30 compressions to 2 breaths rescue breathing should be at what rate during CPR - Correct Answer-10-12 breaths per minute what age do you use child CPR for - Correct Answer-ages 1- what is the ventilation rate for child CPR - Correct Answer-12-20 breaths per minute, or a breath ever 3-5 seconds where should you assess for a pulse on an unresponsive infant - Correct Answer- brachial or femoral pulse how do you do infant cpr chest compressions - Correct Answer-use middle and ring fingers at a depth of 1/3 of the diameter of chest about 4 cm or 1.5 inches what is the ventilation rate for an infant during CPR - Correct Answer-12-20 breaths per min, or every 3-5 seconds where should AED pads be placed on the chest - Correct Answer-Apply first pad to upper right side of chest (right of sternum between nipple and clavicle) Apply second pad to outside of left nipple, with top margin of pad several inches below left axilla A client is brought to the emergency department awake and alert following a fall from a ladder from a height of 4.6 meters (15 ft). During an initial assessment, the client

becomes unresponsive and stops breathing. Which method should the nurse use to open the airway? Head tilt-chin lift Jaw thrust Tongue-jaw lift None; client needs emergency intubation - Correct Answer-Jaw thrust The nurse has begun cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on a 5-year-old child. The nurse times the rate of ventilation to achieve up to how many breaths per minute? - Correct Answer- A nurse has begun to resuscitate a 10-month-old infant. In what location would the nurse check the infant's pulse? Brachial Radial Carotid Temporal - Correct Answer-brachial The nurse on a surgical nursing unit has just called a code blue using the telephone in the room of an unresponsive adult client who had abdominal surgery. Which action would be appropriate during initiation of CPR? Open the airway using the jaw-thrust method. Deliver one deep breath before checking for a pulse. Depress the sternum at least 5 cm (2 in.) during cardiac compressions. Reevaluate status every 3 to 5 minutes until the code team arrives. - Correct Answer- Depress the sternum at least 5 cm (2 in.) during cardiac compressions. The nurse who is doing the documentation during a code blue on an adult client observes an unlicensed assistive person (UAP) doing CPR. The nurse concludes the UAP is using correct procedure after noting that the UAP is depressing the sternum at least how many inches? - Correct Answer-2 inches The nurse is performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on a 10-month-old infant. The nurse times the rate of compressions to achieve a minimum of how many compressions per minute - Correct Answer- A nurse witnesses an adult male collapse at the airport and an automated external defibrillator (AED) is brought to the scene. The nurse should perform which actions in using the device? Press the electrodes down firmly because the client has a hairy chest. Instruct another person at the scene to keep the airway open during delivery of the electric shock. Initiate CPR after 5 minutes if the AED has not restored a perfusing cardiac rhythm. Quickly wipe up the spilled coffee under the victim's chest before using the AED. - Correct Answer-Quickly wipe up the spilled coffee under the victim's chest before using the AED.

A nurse is eating in a restaurant when a woman who is 8 months pregnant at the next table begins to choke. Which hand placement should the nurse use to perform the abdominal-thrust maneuver? Midsternum Lower sternum Midway between umbilicus and xiphoid process Midway between umbilicus and symphysis pubis - Correct Answer-Midsternum The long-term care nurse has been called to the aid of a resident who has become unconscious after choking in the dining room. After positioning the client on the back, which action should the nurse take next? Attempt to ventilate the client. Begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation, starting with chest compressions. Perform five abdominal thrusts. Perform five chest thrusts. - Correct Answer-Begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation, starting with chest compressions. A nurse enters an adult client's room and says, "Good morning!" while doing initial shift rounds after receiving report. The client does not respond. Put the nurse's actions in order of priority. Call for someone to announce a code blue. Check for a carotid pulse. Gently shake the client's shoulder and ask, "Are you okay?" Begin chest compressions. - Correct Answer-Gently shake the client's shoulder and ask, "Are you okay?" Call for someone to announce a code blue. Check for a carotid pulse. Begin chest compressions. what are the interrelated roles of nurses? - Correct Answer--caregiver -communicator -teacher/educator -counselor -leader -researcher -advocate -collaborator what are the QSEN competencies? - Correct Answer--patient centered care -teamwork and collaboration -quality improvement -safety -EBP -informatics

What is the nurse practice act? - Correct Answer-- Define legal scope of nursing practice

• Create a state board of nursing to make and enforce rules and regulations
• Define important terms and activities in nursing, including legal requirements and titles for RNs and LPNs
• Establish criteria for the education and licensure of nurses what are the 6 human dimensions - Correct Answer-Physical, Emotional, Sociocultural, Spiritual, Environmental, and Intellectual What is an example of a nursing activity that promotes secondary prevention as a level of preventive care? A. Conducting a smoking cessation class B. Performing a blood pressure screening at a local mall C. Performing range-of-motion exercises on a bedridden patient D. Promoting safer sex practices in school settings - Correct Answer-B. Performing a blood pressure screening at a local mall Maslows hierarchy of human needs- List from highest level needs to lowest level needs
• Correct Answer-self-actualization, self esteem, love and belonging, safety and security, physiologic Which patient need has the highest priority? A patient who needs to ambulate to prevent DVT A patient who is in isolation and feels lonely A patient who recently lost her husband An elderly patient who is at risk for falls - Correct Answer-A patient who needs to ambulate to prevent DVT Orientation phase of the helping relationship - Correct Answer-- The patient will call the nurse by name
• The patient will accurately describe the roles of the participants in the relationship
• The patient and nurse will establish an agreement about goals of the relationship Working phase of the helping relationship - Correct Answer-- The patient will actively participate in the relationship
• The patient will cooperate in activities that work toward achieving mutually acceptable goals.
• The patient will express feelings and concerns to the nurse. Termination phase - Correct Answer-- The patient will participate in identifying the goals accomplished or the progress made toward goals
• The patient will verbalize feelings about the termination of the relationship Which activity generally occurs during the orientation phase of the helping relationship? A. An agreement or contract about the relationship is established.

B. The nurse provides any assistance needed to achieve patient goals. C. The nurse provides patient counseling and teaching. D. The patient and nurse examine the goals of the helping relationship for indications of attainment. - Correct Answer-A. An agreement or contract about the relationship is established. Which term describes what occurs when a nurse believes that one's own ideas, beliefs, and practices are the best or superior to those of colleagues and patients? A. Cultural diversity B. Culture shock C. Stereotyping D. Ethnocentrism - Correct Answer-D. Ethnocentrism Which of the following occurs when members of a minority group, living with a dominant group, begins to blend in and lose the characteristics that made them distinct? A. Cultural imposition B. Cultural conflict C. Cultural assimilation D. Cultural shock - Correct Answer-C. Cultural assimilation A nurse asks a patient: "How important is it to you to believe that your work has value to others?" Which aspect of self-esteem might this nurse be assessing? A. Socialization and communication B. Competence C. Virtue D. Power - Correct Answer-B. Competence