A nurse is performing a cultural assessment using the LEARN mnemonic for communication. Which area will the nurse assess for the "L" portion of the mnemonic?
Leave
Leverage
Listen
Look
Liken
The Correct Answer is C
A. "Leave" is not a part of the LEARN mnemonic.
B. "Leverage" is also not included in the LEARN mnemonic.
C. "Listen" is the correct answer; it encourages active listening to understand the client’s cultural needs and perspectives.
D. While "Look" may imply observation, it is not a component of the LEARN mnemonic.
E. "Liken" is not part of the LEARN mnemonic and is not relevant here.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. S1 and S2 heard with the diaphragm of the stethoscope is a normal finding, as these are the expected heart sounds.
B. A blowing sound heard over the mitral area with the bell of the stethoscope suggests a possible murmur, which could indicate valvular abnormalities and is considered abnormal.
C. Apical pulse palpated at the 5th intercostal space, midclavicular line is normal and expected in adults.
D. Absence of sound over carotid arteries with the bell of the stethoscope indicates no bruits and is considered normal.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Poor electrical impulse conduction may lead to arrhythmias but does not cause a murmur.
B. A heart murmur is caused by turbulent blood flow, often through narrowed or leaking valves, creating an abnormal heart sound.
C. Left ventricular enlargement can contribute to other cardiac issues but does not directly cause murmurs.
D. Weak atrial contractions may lead to decreased cardiac output but not necessarily to a murmur.
E. While hypertension can affect the heart, it is not the direct cause of a murmur.