The Nurse Is Conducting an Interview

question 35

Multiple Choice

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

• A) Elicit hard facts.
• B) Allow for self-expression.
• C) Build and enhance rapport.
• D) Call for short one- to two-word answers.
• E) Are used when narrative information is needed.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Performance

Refers to the execution of tasks that require mental processes such as perception, memory, decision-making, and problem-solving.

Longevity

Length of an individual’s life.

Ambiguous Loss

A type of loss that occurs without closure or clear understanding, leading to unresolved grief or confusion.

Alzheimer Disease

A progressive neurological disorder that causes the brain to shrink and brain cells to die, resulting in severe memory loss and cognitive decline.