Question 1

Which nurse has achieved generative balance?

Accepted Answer

A) A nurse who sets realistic goals,finds meaning,and renews energy. 
B) A nurse who controls life events,accepts failure,and seeks perfection. 
C) A nurse who has high expectations and focuses on professional success. 
D) A nurse who provides for the needs of others at the expense of self-care. 
A) A nurse who sets realistic goals,finds meaning,and renews energy. 
B) A nurse who controls life events,accepts failure,and seeks perfection. 
C) A nurse who has high expectations and focuses on professional success. 
D) A nurse who provides for the needs of others at the expense of self-care. A

Question 2

A nurse educator teaches nursing students about professional communication.Which statement,if made by a nursing student,indicates an understanding of the instructions?

Accepted Answer

A) "If a situation is urgent,the nurse does not focus on communication skills." 
B) "Nurses in expanded roles can rely on communication skills learned in nursing school." 
C) "Once communication skills are learned,nurses do not need additional education." 
D) "Communication requires a commitment to grow,to change,and to be connected." 
A) "If a situation is urgent,the nurse does not focus on communication skills." 
B) "Nurses in expanded roles can rely on communication skills learned in nursing school." 
C) "Once communication skills are learned,nurses do not need additional education." 
D) "Communication requires a commitment to grow,to change,and to be connected." D

Question 3

A graduate nurse experiences reality shock when transitioning to a staff nurse position on an oncology unit.Arrange the phases in the order a graduate nurse would experience the reality shock.
A)The nurse is frustrated because of time constraints that were not experienced as a student.
B)The nurse realizes that there is hope when caring for patients who are dying.
C)The nurse experiences energy and excitement when providing nursing care.
D)The nurse is able to resolve conflict and identify appropriate and attainable goals.

Accepted Answer

C,A,B,D

Question 4

A graduate nurse is concerned about making the transition to nursing practice.It is most appropriate for the graduate nurse to take which action?

Accepted Answer

A) Set professional goals with lofty expectations. 
B) Ask appropriate individuals for assistance. 
C) Delay joining professional associations. 
D) Work extra shifts to gain more experience. 
A) Set professional goals with lofty expectations. 
B) Ask appropriate individuals for assistance. 
C) Delay joining professional associations. 
D) Work extra shifts to gain more experience.

Question 5

A nurse who cares for patients in the emergency department is distressed,fatigued,and frustrated by the demands of the job.Which are appropriate methods for the nurse to renew energy and find meaning in nursing practice? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A) Walk briskly with a friend three to four times a week for 30 minutes. 
B) Start a journal to express feelings of joy,sadness,enthusiasm,or frustration. 
C) Set aside time with other nurses to complain about problems at work. 
D) Practice guided imagery or muscle relaxation two times each day. 
E) Explore other occupations or change jobs every 1 to 2 years. 
A) Walk briskly with a friend three to four times a week for 30 minutes. 
B) Start a journal to express feelings of joy,sadness,enthusiasm,or frustration. 
C) Set aside time with other nurses to complain about problems at work. 
D) Practice guided imagery or muscle relaxation two times each day. 
E) Explore other occupations or change jobs every 1 to 2 years.

Which nurse has achieved generative balance?

A nurse educator teaches nursing students about professional communication.Which statement,if made by a nursing student,indicates an understanding of the instructions?

A graduate nurse is concerned about making the transition to nursing practice.It is most appropriate for the graduate nurse to take which action?

A nurse who cares for patients in the emergency department is distressed,fatigued,and frustrated by the demands of the job.Which are appropriate methods for the nurse to renew energy and find meaning in nursing practice? Select all that apply.

Responsible, assertive, caring Communication in Nursing

The Client-Nurse Relationship: a Helping Relationship

Solving Problems Together

Understanding Each Other: Communication and Culture

Working Together in Groups

The Changing World of Electronic Communication

Warmth

Respect

Genuineness

Empathy

Self-Disclosure

Specificity

Asking Questions

Expressing Opinions

Humor

Spirituality

Requesting Support

Overcoming Evaluation Anxiety

Feedback

Relaxation

Imagery

Positive Self-Talk

Confrontation

Refusing Unreasonable Requests

Communicating Assertively and Responsibly With Distressed Clients and Colleagues

Communicating Assertively and Responsibly With Aggressive Clients and Colleagues

Communicating Assertively and Responsibly With Unpopular Clients

Managing Team Conflict Assertively and Responsibly

Communicating at the End of Life

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Exam 30: Continuing the Commitment

Which nurse has achieved generative balance?

A nurse educator teaches nursing students about professional communication.Which statement,if made by a nursing student,indicates an understanding of the instructions?

A graduate nurse is concerned about making the transition to nursing practice.It is most appropriate for the graduate nurse to take which action?

A nurse who cares for patients in the emergency department is distressed,fatigued,and frustrated by the demands of the job.Which are appropriate methods for the nurse to renew energy and find meaning in nursing practice? Select all that apply.

Responsible, assertive, caring Communication in Nursing

The Client-Nurse Relationship: a Helping Relationship

Solving Problems Together

Understanding Each Other: Communication and Culture

Working Together in Groups

The Changing World of Electronic Communication

Warmth

Respect

Genuineness

Empathy

Self-Disclosure

Specificity

Asking Questions

Expressing Opinions

Humor

Spirituality

Requesting Support

Overcoming Evaluation Anxiety

Feedback

Relaxation

Imagery

Positive Self-Talk

Confrontation

Refusing Unreasonable Requests

Communicating Assertively and Responsibly With Distressed Clients and Colleagues

Communicating Assertively and Responsibly With Aggressive Clients and Colleagues

Communicating Assertively and Responsibly With Unpopular Clients

Managing Team Conflict Assertively and Responsibly

Communicating at the End of Life

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