Rasmussen University NUR2571 Professional Nursing 2 (PN2) Exam 1
1. Which assessment data would prohibit the use of imagery with a client?
1. No
... [Show More] previous history of using imagery techniques
2. States anxiety level of 6 on a 0–10 scale
3. Client feels reluctant to close eyes for the imagery session 4. Client has a history of psychosis
2. The nurse has determined that music therapy may be appropriate for use with a client. Which strategies should the nurse consider when choosing the music? Select all that apply.
1. Choose only music with words.
2. Choose music that is 5–7 minutes in duration.
3. Allow the client to choose music of his or her choice. 4. Encourage the client to respond to the music.
5. Ask the client not to analyze the music.
3. The nurse is using meditation with a client to help him decrease his pain. Which factor is important to consider when using this type of therapy?
1. The type of meditation is best determined by the nurse. 2. The client’s condition will influence the use of meditation.
3. Meditation is best taught when the client is in an outpatient setting.
4. A certified professional should teach the client how to perform meditation.
4. The client asks the nurse how humor therapy affects the client physiologically. Which effects should the nurse explain are attributed to laughter? Select all that apply.
1. Decreases heart rate and blood pressure 2. Increases salivary immunoglobulin A (S-IgA)
3. Produces an antagonist response to stress hormones
4. Decreases the immune response by decreasing T- lymphocytes
5. Changes temperature set point in the brain
5. The nurse decides to teach a client with hypertension the progressive relaxation technique. Which instructions should the nurse give to the client when using this relaxation method?
1. Sit in an upright position with legs crossed.
2. Place sensors on the forehead to monitor physiological activity.
3. Contract and relax the body’s muscles in groups from head to feet.
4. Monitor breathing pattern while repeating a word or phrase out loud. [Show Less]