The Nurse Is Caring for a Client in Crisis

question 11

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client in crisis.While providing care,the nurse must communicate effectively with this client.Which statements about communicating with clients in crisis are true? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Communication should be frequent.
• B) Communication should be brief.
• C) Communication should be simple.
• D) Communication should be detailed.
• E) Communication should be directive.

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Definitions:

Apple-Polishing

Acting in a manner aimed at gaining favor or approval, typically through flattery or sycophancy.

Social IOUs

Informal obligations or debts of favor acquired through social interactions and networking, often leveraged for mutual benefit in personal or professional contexts.

Organizational Politics

The use of power and social networking within an organization to achieve changes that benefit the organization or individuals within it.

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon that occurs within a group of people, where the desire for harmony or conformity results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.