Asked by Ivannanda Falahandhika on Jun 26, 2024
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A female nurse is interviewing a male patient who is near the same age as the nurse. During the interview, the patient makes an overtly sexual comment. Which is the best response by the nurse?
A) "Stop that immediately!"
B) "Oh, you are too funny. Let's keep going with the interview."
C) "Do you really think I would be interested?"
D) "It makes me uncomfortable when you talk that way. Please stop."
Sexual Comment
An inappropriate or unwelcome remark that is sexual in nature, often considered harassment when unsolicited.
Nurse's Response
The actions or interventions undertaken by a nurse in reaction to a patient's condition or request.
Interview Environment
The setting or circumstances in which a job interview or questioning session takes place, impacting the comfort level and responses of the interviewee.
- Comprehend the moral principles involved in communication between patients and providers, focusing on confidentiality and the respect for individual limits.
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Maurice PrestigeJun 28, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The nurse's response must make it clear that she is a health professional who can best care for the person by maintaining a professional relationship. At the same time, the nurse should communicate that he or she accepts the person and understands the person's need to be self-assertive but that sexual advances cannot be tolerated. Saying "Stop that immediately," "Oh, you are too funny. Let's keep going with the interview," or "Do you really think I would be interested?" do not acknowledge how the patient's actions make the nurse feel and do not make it clear that they must maintain a professional relationship in order to best care for the patient.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the moral principles involved in communication between patients and providers, focusing on confidentiality and the respect for individual limits.