Which Data-Gathering Technique Is Employed During the Assessment Phase of the Nursing

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which data-gathering technique is employed during the assessment phase of the nursing process?

• A)Asking the client to rate mood after administering an antidepressant
• B)Asking the client to verbalize understanding of previously explained unit rules
• C)Asking the client to describe any thoughts of self-harm
• D)Asking the client if the group on assertiveness skills was helpful

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Definitions:

Random Sampling

A method of selecting a sample from a population in such a way that each individual has an equal probability of being chosen, ensuring the representativeness of the sample.

Equal Chance

The principle that in a certain process, event, or situation, all outcomes or participants have the same probability or likelihood of occurring or being selected.

Correlation

A statistical measure that expresses the extent to which two variables change together; if the correlation is positive, as one variable increases, the other does as well.

Blind

The state or condition of lacking visual perception due to physiological or neurological factors.