The Nurse Is Preparing to Conduct a Focused Interview on a Client

question 21

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to conduct a focused interview on a client who reports a recent weight gain. Which inquiry by the nurse is the most appropriate for this client?

• A) "Are you eating more than you should?"
• B) "Do you eat large quantities of carbohydrates?"
• C) "Please tell me about what foods and beverages you have consumed for the past 24 hours."
• D) "Have you noticed your energy level has decreased with your recent weight gain?

Recognize common time wasters and develop strategies to avoid them.

Differentiate between a time log and a to-do list and their purposes.

Understand the importance of time management for supervisors.

Identify levels (A, B, C, D) of prioritizing activities.

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Definitions:

Employer

An individual or organization that hires and pays for the services of employees under an expressed or implied agreement, and has the right to control the details of work performance.

Employee

An individual who is hired by a person or business for a wage or salary to perform specific duties.

Acquitted

To be found not guilty of a crime in a court of law, absolving the defendant from the charges.

Tort

A civil wrong that causes someone else to suffer loss or harm resulting in legal liability for the person who commits the tortious act.