Therapeutic Communication in Patient Care

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Questions and Answers

What type of communication should be provided to a patient?

Casual communication
Informative communication
Non-therapeutic communication
Therapeutic communication (correct)

What action should be allowed for a mother during labor, if appropriate?

Bed rest
Taking medication
Walking (correct)
Eating a full meal

If a patient states they are about to push, what is the priority action?

Stay with the patient (correct)
Leave the patient to find a nurse
Tell the patient to wait
Give the patient something to eat

When a patient feels the urge to push, what should the nurse do in addition to staying with the patient?

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What sensation might a patient express when they are about to push?

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Therapeutic Communication

Methods that promote understanding and can help build a trusting relationship between the patient and the healthcare provider

Walking During Labor

Encouraging the mother to walk around during labor can help with the progression of labor and can provide comfort.

Impending Delivery Signs

When a patient feels the urge to push or experiences significant pressure, it often indicates that delivery is imminent.

Respond to Impending Delivery

Stay with the patient to provide immediate support and monitoring. Delegate tasks to ensure all necessary preparations are made.

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Delegating Tasks

Assigning tasks to other healthcare team members to ensure efficient care during the delivery process.

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Study Notes

Therapeutic communication is a key aspect of patient care
Allow the mother to walk as appropriate
If the patient feels the urge to push or increased pressure, remain with them
Delegate tasks to other staff members for delivery preparation in this situation

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Description

This lesson emphasizes the importance of therapeutic communication in patient care. It covers allowing the mother to walk as appropriate and remaining with the patient if they feel the urge to push. It also describes delegating tasks to other staff members for delivery preparation.