310 Exam 2 Review

Ensuring a client understands their options and can make an informed decision would be considered:

• beneficence

• selfishness

• contemplation

• autonomy

Prevention of legal actions by clients includes positive interpersonal relationships such as: (SATA)

• non-defensive interactions with others

• blaming the person responsible for an error

• applying best practice in nursing care

• including a client and their family in goal setting

A close call or a near miss is when an accident occurs but no harm is found.

• True

• False

The basis of a therapeutic relationship begins with:

• caring and intentional actions

• positivity

• nonverbal communication

• insufficient knowledge and skills

Debriefing after a stressful event includes discussing the incident with all staff at change of shift.

• True

• False

Teamwork and collaboration for improved client care is part of:

• American Medical Association

• TeamSTEPPS

• Department of Veterans Affairs

• Department of Health and Human Services

Showing the client with dementia their toothbrush while discussing brushing their teeth may improve understanding.

• True

• False

When caring for a client who is experiencing the same illness as the nurse's deceased mother, it would be important to:

• change assignments with a team member

• bundle tasks so that time with the client is limited

• apply self-reflection on how personal experiences may impact care

• explain to the client that a family member died from the same diagnosis

Effective client care with therapeutic communication consists of clearing your mind of preconceived notions and biases.

• True

• False

Avoiding actions that bring harm to someone is considered:

• beneficence

• nonmaleficence

• justice

• autonomy