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Exercise

a. Choose the most appropriate nursing expression to address the situation described. Each
question assesses the nurse's ability to prioritize symptoms, state goals and criteria, and
elaborate on types of nursing interventions.

1. The nurse observes that the patient is experiencing severe shortness of breath. What should the
nurse say to prioritize this symptom?
a. “Could you try to take deep breaths for me now?”
b. “I will increase the oxygen flow to help you immediately.”
c. “Would you like to rest to relieve your breathing problem?”
d. “We need to focus on increasing your oxygen level above the target.”
e. “I need to increase your oxygen intake based on the care plan. What do you think?”

2. The nurse notices the patient’s wound is not healing properly. What expression should be used to set
a goal for wound care?
a. “The objective is to stop the infection from spreading further.”
b. “It’s important to observe the wound to monitor its condition.”
c. “I think it’s better to apply more antiseptic cream to the wound.”
d. “We need to ensure the wound is covered with a sterile dressing.”
e. “Our goal is to reduce inflammation and prevent further infection.”

3. The patient has a high risk of pressure ulcers due to immobility. What should the nurse say to explain
the intervention?
a. “Your comfort and prevention of ulcers are both our primary focus.”
b. “To avoid ulcers, we will reposition you regularly based on the plan.”
c. “Adjusting your bed regularly will keep your skin from being damaged.”
d. “We will turn your position every two hours to prevent pressure ulcers.”
e. “Skin breakdown can be prevented if we reduce your pressure exposure.”

4. The patient’s blood sugar level is higher than normal. What should the nurse say to set a goal?
a. “To manage this, I’ll monitor your diet and administer insulin.”
b. “Stabilizing your sugar level is essential for your overall health.”
c. “We aim to stabilize your blood sugar level to the normal range.”
d. “The primary focus is controlling your blood sugar to a safe level.”
e. “We will stabilize your glucose through dietary and medical methods.”

5. The patient reports difficulty sleeping due to anxiety. What expression should the nurse use to
prioritize care?
a. “A good night’s sleep is important, so let’s reduce your anxiety.”
b. “We’ll address your anxiety to ensure you can rest comfortably.”
c. “Rest is critical, so relaxation techniques will be introduced now.”
d. “Let me teach you relaxation techniques to help you sleep better.”
e. “We need to reduce your anxiety is key to improving your sleep pattern.”

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