Psychosocial Integrity Practice Question

Question

The nurse is caring for a client newly diagnosed with cancer and is focused on therapeutic communication scenario 4. Which nursing action is most appropriate?

Answer choices

1. A. Delay assessment until the next scheduled round if the client is not calling for help.
2. B. Delegate the clinical assessment and nursing judgment to assistive personnel.
3. C. Use open-ended questions, reflection, and validation before giving advice.
4. D. Document the concern without notifying the appropriate provider or care team member when escalation is needed.

Correct Answer

C. Use open-ended questions, reflection, and validation before giving advice.

Explanation

The priority action for therapeutic communication is to use open-ended questions, reflection, and validation before giving advice. NCLEX-style prioritization favors safety, assessment, appropriate delegation, timely escalation, and client-centered teaching.

Question details

• Difficulty: medium
• Domain: Psychosocial Integrity
• Objective: therapeutic communication

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