A nurse tells another nurse that she thinks he did not provide adequate care for a client who underwent hip arthroplasty. Which of the following responses by the nurse demonstrates assertiveness?
"What do you have against me? It must be something or you wouldn't be criticizing my care."
"You shouldn't make accusations. Your nursing care doesn't always set a good example."
"I feel as though I met the standard of care. Would you tell me more about your concerns?"
"I am at a loss for words. I always do my best to give good care to my clients."
The Correct Answer is C
Rationale:
A. "What do you have against me? It must be something or you wouldn't be criticizing my care." is defensive and confrontational, which is not appropriate for assertive communication.
B. "You shouldn't make accusations. Your nursing care doesn't always set a good example." is also defensive and shifts the focus away from addressing the concern directly.
C. "I feel as though I met the standard of care. Would you tell me more about your concerns?" is an assertive response that acknowledges the concern and seeks constructive feedback.
D. "I am at a loss for words. I always do my best to give good care to my clients." is not assertive as it does not address the concern directly or invite constructive discussion.
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Rationale:
A. HICS focuses on organizing and managing internal facility operations rather than mobilizing external multidisciplinary responders.
B. HICS does not directly ensure the availability of specific medical supplies; this is usually managed through other systems or protocols.
C. HICS is primarily concerned with internal facility management, not providing additional responders from outside agencies.
D. HICS helps to define roles, responsibilities, and reporting channels within the facility during a disaster, ensuring effective internal management.
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Rationale:
A. Assessment includes the current status and vital signs of the client, which are part of the information the nurse provides to assess the client’s condition.
B. Situation describes the problem or concern that prompted the communication, not detailed vital signs.
C. Background provides context or history relevant to the situation but does not include current vital signs.
D. Recommendation involves suggesting actions or solutions but does not include the current condition details.