A Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Requires Preoperative

question 20

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a patient who requires preoperative teaching. When performing patient teaching, the nurse should do which of the following?

• A) Ask the patient for feedback.
• B) Ensure that the patient is comfortable.
• C) Provide teaching in a lecture format.
• D) Refrain from asking the patient questions.
• E) Establish a comfortable room temperature.

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Definitions:

Overcommunication

The excessive exchange of information that can lead to confusion and diminish the clarity of the intended message.

Communication Apprehension

Refers to the fear or anxiety experienced by an individual when communicating with others, either in a group or one-on-one.

Withdrawal Tactics

Strategies implemented to distance oneself or reduce engagement in a particular situation or relationship.

Cognitive Restructuring

A psychiatric therapeutic process aiming to help individuals recognize and change negative or irrational thought patterns.