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ATI PN PHARMACOLOGY PROCTORED EXAM TEST BANK 2023/2024
1. A patient has been admitted to the hospital numerous times. The nurse asks the patient to share a
personal story about the care that has been received. Which interaction is the nurse using?
a. Nonjudgmental
b. Socializing
c. Narrative
d. SBAR
ANS: C
In a therapeutic relationship, nurses often encourage patients to share personal stories. Sharing stories is called
narrative interaction. Socializing is an important initial component of interpersonal communication. It helps
people get to know one another and relax. It is easy, superficial, and not deeply personal. Nonjudgmental
acceptance of the patient is an important characteristic of the relationship. Acceptance conveys a willingness to
hear a message or acknowledge feelings; it is not a technique that involves personal stories. SBAR is a popular
communication tool that helps standardize communication among health care providers. SBAR stands for
Situation, Background, Assessment, and Recommendation.
2. Before meeting the patient, a nurse talks to other caregivers about the patient. Which phase of the helping
relationship is the nurse in with this patient?
a. Preinteraction
b. Orientation
c. Working
d. Termination