1.The nurse is caring for a patient following painful radiation treatment for newly diagnosed cancer. Which question, if asked by the nurse in the orientation phase of the nurse–patient relationship, is most likely to elicit a meaningful response?
a.Don‘t you love this weather?
b.How have things been going for you?
c.Tell me why you didn‘t sTOPIC smoking.
d.Are you having any pain?

2.The RN is educating the new RN on the primary focus of care when developing a therapeutic relationship with the patient. Which statement by the new RN indicates that teaching has been effective?
a.Meeting the needs of the nurse is the primary focus.
b.Medication administration is the primary focus.
c.The patient‘s needs and problems is the primary focus.
d.Self-care potential is the primary focus.

3.A patient scheduled for surgery has a severe level of anxiety. Which action, if taken by the nurse, would be most appropriate at this time?
a.Providing teaching about the upcoming surgery and what to expect
b.Telling the patient that there is nothing to worry about
c.Calling the patient‘s family and demanding that they help out
d.Asking the patient about her concerns, feelings, and perceptions about the surgery