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NurseDive Free Nursing Practice Question
Which of the following is one of Swanson's Caring Behaviors?
A. Performing only the physical aspect
Performing only the physical aspect; Swanson's theory emphasizes emotional and psychological presence, not just physical care.
B. Document and vital signs thoroughly
While documentation is important, it is a basic nursing responsibility and not specifically a caring behavior outlined in Swanson’s theory.
C. Delegating client care to others
Delegating care may be necessary at times, but doing so routinely without personal involvement does not reflect caring behavior.
D. Explaining care, plants and treatments to the client
Explaining care, plans, and treatments to the client aligns with Swanson’s caring process of informing, which involves sharing knowledge and ensuring the client feels included and supported in their care.
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Full Explanation
A. Performing only the physical aspect; Swanson's theory emphasizes emotional and psychological presence, not just physical care.
B. While documentation is important, it is a basic nursing responsibility and not specifically a caring behavior outlined in Swanson’s theory.
C. Delegating care may be necessary at times, but doing so routinely without personal involvement does not reflect caring behavior.
D. Explaining care, plans, and treatments to the client aligns with Swanson’s caring process of informing, which involves sharing knowledge and ensuring the client feels included and supported in their care.
Similar Questions
Which of the following is an example of marginalization?
A. A client is included in all care planning discussions
Inclusion in care planning supports empowerment and equity, the opposite of marginalization.
B. A client is consistently excluded from healthcare resources, and decision-making
Marginalization occurs when individuals or groups are systematically denied full access to rights, opportunities, and resources.
C. A client is given access to all healthcare services
Providing full access to services ensures equity and inclusion, not marginalization.
D. A client is provided with health education and their preferred language
Offering health education in a client’s preferred language demonstrates cultural competence and inclusion.
Full Explanation
A. Inclusion in care planning supports empowerment and equity, the opposite of marginalization.
B. Marginalization occurs when individuals or groups are systematically denied full access to rights, opportunities, and resources.
C. Providing full access to services ensures equity and inclusion, not marginalization.
D. Offering health education in a client’s preferred language demonstrates cultural competence and inclusion.
What is the primary goal of collaborative healthcare?
A. Increasing billing and reimbursement
Increasing billing and reimbursement may be a system concern but is not the goal of collaboration in healthcare.
B. Improving or restoring a client health through teamwork
Collaborative healthcare brings together professionals from various disciplines to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care that enhances health outcomes.
C. Encouraging competition between healthcare teams
Encouraging competition undermines collaboration and team-based care.
D. Promoting nurse autonomy over other disciplines
While nurses are essential team members, promoting autonomy over others does not support the interprofessional teamwork that collaboration requires.
Full Explanation
A. Increasing billing and reimbursement may be a system concern but is not the goal of collaboration in healthcare.
B. Collaborative healthcare brings together professionals from various disciplines to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care that enhances health outcomes.
C. Encouraging competition undermines collaboration and team-based care.
D. While nurses are essential team members, promoting autonomy over others does not support the interprofessional teamwork that collaboration requires.
A nurse is caring for a client with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which manifestation is the nurse most likely to observe?
A. Hypersomnia
Hypersomnia (excessive sleeping) is more commonly associated with depression, not PTSD.
B. Increase
"Increase" is incomplete and unclear, making it an invalid option.
C. Flashbacks are intrusive memories
Flashbacks or intrusive memories are hallmark symptoms of PTSD, where the individual relives the traumatic event through vivid memories or nightmares.
D. Euphoric mood
Euphoric mood is not typical of PTSD; affected individuals often experience anxiety, irritability, hypervigilance, or emotional numbness.
Full Explanation
A. Hypersomnia (excessive sleeping) is more commonly associated with depression, not PTSD.
B. "Increase" is incomplete and unclear, making it an invalid option.
C. Flashbacks or intrusive memories are hallmark symptoms of PTSD, where the individual relives the traumatic event through vivid memories or nightmares.
D. Euphoric mood is not typical of PTSD; affected individuals often experience anxiety, irritability, hypervigilance, or emotional numbness.