Deck 9: Genuineness

Question 1

An experienced nurse is supervising a student nurse in an acute care setting.Which statement,if made by the experienced nurse,would be most appropriate to help the student nurse establish credibility with other nurses on the unit?

A)"It is impossible to be credible when you are a student because you lack experience."
B)"Try to hide your feelings of inadequacy and portray a sense of confidence."
C)"Be honest with the nurses about your strengths and about areas that need improvement."
D)"It would help if you bring special treats for the nurses so that they will like you."

Answer 1

"Be honest with the nurses about your strengths and about areas that need improvement."

Question 2

A nurse openly discusses thoughts and feelings about sexually transmitted infections with a group of college students.Which benefit(s)may occur for these college students? Select all that apply.

A)The college students are reluctant to continue discussions with the nurse.
B)The college students develop a trusting relationship with the nurse.
C)The college students question the nurse's credibility.
D)The college students believe the information is reliable and accurate.
E)The college students are able to express important concerns.

Answer 2

The college students develop a trusting relationship with the nurse.
The college students believe the information is reliable and accurate.
The college students are able to express important concerns.

Question 3

Which demonstrates the nurse's genuine concern for clients?

A)Tell a patient who has a terminal illness that everything will be fine.
B)Delay notifying the patient about the death of a dependent child.
C)Provide a placebo to a patient in severe pain to assess for substance abuse.
D)Inform the patient about a medication error along with symptoms to report.

Answer 3

Inform the patient about a medication error along with symptoms to report.

Question 4

A nurse seeks to improve self-confidence when caring for hospice patients.Which action(s)would be most appropriate?

A)Withhold thoughts and experiences of death.
B)Reflect on personal suffering and grief by journaling.
C)Avoid displaying emotions in the presence of the family.
D)Share personal experiences with the patient and family.

Question 5

Which individual is displaying thoughts or actions that are genuine?

A)A nurse who advocates for clients in order to qualify for a raise in personal hourly pay.
B)A nurse who takes action to increase awareness of the need for cultural sensitivity.
C)A nurse who supports a change in a project in front of supervisors but complains to staff.
D)A nurse who verbally supports a new policy but does not follow the policy in practice.