Asked by Fabiola Morales on Jun 22, 2024
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The nurse is interviewing a patient who has a recent onset of migraine headaches.The patient is very anxious and cannot seem to focus on what the nurse is saying.Which of the following would be best for the nurse to say to begin gathering data about the headaches?
A) "When did your migraines begin?"
B) "Tell me about your family history of migraines."
C) "What are the types of things that trigger your headaches?"
D) "Describe what your headaches feel like."
Migraine Headaches
A type of headache characterized by intense, throbbing pain, often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound.
- Recognize the significance and procedures of attentive listening and successful communication in the nursing sector.
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Elizabeth GardnerJun 23, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
For someone who is anxious,it is best to use closed questions.("When did your migraines begin?")A closed question can be answered in one or very few words and has a very specific answer.The others require an open-ended response.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the significance and procedures of attentive listening and successful communication in the nursing sector.
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