The Nurse Admits a Patient Who Is Complaining of Severe

question 27

Multiple Choice

The nurse admits a patient who is complaining of severe abdominal pain and vomiting who is nonverbal.What can the nurse do to communicate effectively with the patient?

• A) Use a communication aid
• B) Wait for family to arrive
• C) Call interpreter services
• D) Treat the pain

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Definitions:

Secure Attachment

A healthy emotional bond formed in early childhood, where an individual feels confident and supported enough to explore their environment.

Ambivalent Attachment

A type of insecure attachment where individuals often show a mix of clinginess and reluctance to get close to others.

Face-To-Face Interaction

A form of communication where individuals engage in conversation or interaction while being physically present in the same location, allowing for non-verbal cues to complement verbal communication.

Ainsworth Attachment Pattern

A classification system for understanding the nature of emotional bonds formed by infants with their caregivers, developed by Mary Ainsworth.