A Patient in Her First Trimester Complains of Nausea and Vomiting

question 13

Multiple Choice

A patient in her first trimester complains of nausea and vomiting. The patient asks, "Why is this happening?" What is the nurse's best response?

• A) "It is due to an increase in gastric motility."
• B) "It may be due to changes in hormones."
• C) "It is related to an increase in glucose levels."
• D) "It is caused by a decrease in gastric secretions."

Apply critical thinking skills to interpret and clarify meaning in communication.

Understand the concept of fair-minded interpretation and its first rule.

Grasp the importance of precise meaning in legal and everyday contexts.

Identify and use critical thinking and negotiation strategies in conflict resolution and effective communication.

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Definitions:

Best Words

The most effective and precise words chosen to convey a message or express an idea with clarity and impact.

Avoid Jargon

The practice of avoiding specialized or technical language in communication, especially when speaking or writing to a general audience, to ensure clarity and accessibility.

Formal Words

Words commonly used in written, academic, or professional communication that convey a more serious tone.

Complex Sentence

A sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.