Assertive Communication Is an Appropriate Approach for Nurses to Use

question 9

Multiple Choice

Assertive communication is an appropriate approach for nurses to use in the clinical area. It decreases the risk for miscommunication with colleagues, clients and their families. Which of the following would be an example of this type of communication technique when a nurse is addressing a doctor?

• A) "You should visit with the client's family about the upcoming procedure."
• B) "I am concerned that the client does not have adequate pain management."
• C) "We need to be more aware of the situation among the client and the client's family."
• D) "You need to check the laboratory results of the client in room 423."

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