Which Goal Statement Is Most Appropriate for a Newly Admitted

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which goal statement is most appropriate for a newly admitted patient currently in the orientation stage of the nurse-patient relationship?

• A) By the end of the orientation stage of the therapeutic relationship, the patient will demonstrate greater independence.
• B) By the end of the orientation stage of the therapeutic relationship, the patient will demonstrate increased self-responsibility.
• C) By the end of the orientation stage of the therapeutic relationship, the patient will demonstrate trust and rapport with two staff members.
• D) By the end of the orientation stage of the therapeutic relationship, the patient will demonstrate ability to problem-solve one issue.

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Definitions:

Dorsalis Pedis

A pulse point palpable on the instep of the foot.

Vital Signs

Basic physiological measurements that indicate the state of a patient's essential bodily functions, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.

Pyrogens

Fever-inducing substances, typically produced by bacteria, which can cause the body's temperature to increase when introduced.

Auscultating

The act of listening to the sounds made by internal organs of the body, typically with a stethoscope, as a method of diagnosing medical conditions.