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146. Lauren, a G1P0 at 37 weeks’ gestation, calls the clinic and tells the nurse that her baby has been moving a lot less for the past two days. Which of the following responses made by the nurse is the most appropriate in this situation?
  1. “Increase your intake of foods that are high in sugar content.”
  2. “Lie down on your side, and record how long it takes you to feel 10 distinct fetal movements.”
  3. “See your physician as soon as you can. An ultrasound is necessary.”
  4. “You may take a very hot bath to stimulate fetal movement.”
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147. A client is rushed to the emergency department due to left-sided substernal chest pain, which was unresolved by sublingual nitroglycerin. Acute myocardial infarction is suspected. The client tells the nurse, “I am scared. Am I dying?” Which of the following responses made by the nurse is the most therapeutic?
  1. “Be calm. You will be fine once the physician comes in.”
  2. “I’m assuring you that we are doing everything we can to make it all better.”
  3. “Acute myocardial infarction is a life-threatening condition, but we have saved many clients with the same condition.”
  4. “Tell me how you feel right now.”
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148.

A nurse meets with the family members of a client with Alzheimer’s disease. The nurse and the family agree that effective communication is essential when caring for the client. The nurse encourages the family members to adhere to which of the following strategies when communicating with the client?

  1. Ask one question at a time
  2. Speak in a loud voice
  3. If the client has difficulty understanding, repeat words that were used the first time
  4. None of the above
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149. A nurse is assigned to care for Meizhen, an immigrant from China. The client is a traditional Chinese woman. When communicating with the client, the nurse keeps in mind that the client is more likely to demonstrate the following EXCEPT:
  1. The client may not verbally express criticism.
  2. The client may nod her head, but it does not necessarily mean agreement.
  3. The client may consider eye contact inappropriate.
  4. The client values silence.
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150. A nurse is caring for a 21-year-old female who has a phobic disorder. Which of the following is the most effective nursing intervention when caring for the client?
  1. Encourage the client to identify the source of anxiety.
  2. Help the client develop problem-solving strategies.
  3. Encourage use of effective relaxation techniques.
  4. Encourage the client to keep a journal.
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