Asked by Rabin Adhikari on Jul 02, 2024
The patient draws back when the nurse reaches over the side rails to take his blood pressure.What should the nurse do first to promote effective communication?
A) Tell the patient that the blood pressure can be taken at a later time.
B) Rotate the nurses who are assigned to take the patient's blood pressure.
C) Continue to perform the procedure quickly and quietly.
D) Apologize for startling the patient and explain the need for contact.
Blood Pressure
The force of circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) and expressed as systolic over diastolic pressure.
Startling
Startling refers to the sudden, involuntary reaction to unexpected stimuli, often characterized by quick physical movements or emotional responses.
- Select and enact strategies to bolster productive communication among nursing professionals.
Learning Objectives
- Select and enact strategies to bolster productive communication among nursing professionals.
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