Nurse Interviewing Skills

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What is considered the single most important skill to learn and develop in collecting complete, accurate, and valid information from the client?

  • Verbal communication
  • Listening (correct)
  • Observation
  • Recall

Which type of question is useful in eliciting feelings and perceptions of clients in an unbiased way?

  • Inferential questions
  • Open-ended questions (correct)
  • Laundry List
  • Closed-ended questions

What is the purpose of using well-placed phrases in verbal communication during an interview?

  • To encourage clients to share information (correct)
  • To clarify information
  • To focus on specific information
  • To infer information

What is the benefit of using rephrasing in verbal communication during an interview?

<p>To clarify information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential pitfall of using inferential techniques during an interview?

<p>It may lead to biased answers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of verbal communication during an interview?

<p>To obtain as much information as possible on the client's health status (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should nurses communicate to the client during the introductory phase of an interview?

<p>Their role and the purpose of the interview (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which phase of the interview should nurses focus on eliciting the client's comments on past health concerns and family health history?

<p>Working Phase (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect nurses should focus on during the Working Phase of an interview?

<p>Listening, observing cues, and using critical thinking in interpreting information (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for nurses to communicate with clients at eye level and establish trust during an interview?

<p>To establish rapport and build trust (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of summarizing all the information obtained during an interview?

<p>To validate the problems and goals discussed (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the interview involves discussing possible plans to resolve identified problems?

<p>Summary and Closing Phase (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for healthcare practitioners to gather information about the culture of the client?

<p>To provide specific healthcare needs for the client. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT determined by the client's culture according to the text?

<p>Occupation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of asking a client about their major health problem or concern?

<p>To identify the most significant health concern. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does understanding a client's history of present health concern benefit healthcare practitioners?

<p>To gather detailed information on the client's health issue. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of information does a client provide when discussing their fears about seeking health care?

<p>Previous negative experiences (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of a client's information would be most beneficial in tailoring healthcare instructions to match the client's understanding?

<p>Language spoken (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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