While Conducting the Initial Interview with a Patient in Crisis

question 8

Multiple Choice

While conducting the initial interview with a patient in crisis, the nurse should do which of the following?

• A) Listen carefully and summarize often
• B) Convey a sense of urgency to the patient
• C) Be forthright about time limits of the interview
• D) Let the patient know the nurse controls the interview

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Definitions:

Biological

Pertaining to the science of life or living matter in all its forms and phenomena, especially with reference to origin, growth, reproduction, structure, and behavior.

Psychological

Relating to the mind or mental processes and how they affect behavior and well-being.

Narrow Sample

A study group that is limited in scope or diversity, which may affect the generalizability of the findings.

Culturally Diverse

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