After Receiving Change-Of-Shift Report, Which of These Patients Should the Nurse

question 28

Multiple Choice

After receiving change-of-shift report, which of these patients should the nurse assess first?

• A) 35-year-old who has wet desquamation associated with abdominal radiation
• B) 42-year-old who is sobbing after receiving a new diagnosis of ovarian cancer
• C) 24-year-old who is receiving neck radiation and has blood oozing from the neck
• D) 56-year-old who has a new pericardial friction rub after receiving chest radiation

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Definitions:

Cognitive Consistency

Refers to the psychological theory suggesting humans are motivated to maintain consistency between their beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors to reduce mental dissonance.

Perceived Discrepancies

Refers to the differences or gaps that individuals notice between their current state and their desired state or goals.

Motivated

Driven or inclined to act or engage in certain activities out of interest or need.

Behaviourism

An emphasis on explaining observable behaviour in terms of reinforcement schedules.