The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Gender Dysphoria

question 20

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient with gender dysphoria. When promoting open communication with the patient, what is the nurse's best action?

• A) Use closed questions.
• B) Convey willingness to learn.
• C) Present him or herself as the expert to the patient.
• D) Convey sympathy.

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Definitions:

Accurate Information

Precise and correct data or knowledge communicated without any errors, biases, or distortions.

Initial Crisis

The beginning phase of a crisis situation where the immediate impact and response to a stressful or challenging event are most critical.

Debriefing

A process following a traumatic or critical incident, where participants are led through a structured conversation about the event to process and understand it.

Crisis Team Members

Individuals trained to provide immediate response and support during emergencies to mitigate psychological impact.