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Tamara Jones
on Nov 01, 2024
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When the nurse is evaluating the reliability of a patient's responses, which of these statements would be correct?
A) Patient has a history of drug abuse and therefore is not reliable.
B) Patient provided consistent information and therefore is reliable.
C) Patient smiled throughout interview and therefore is assumed reliable.
D) Patient would not answer questions concerning stress and therefore is not reliable.
Reliability
The degree to which an assessment tool produces stable and consistent results over repeated measures.
Drug Abuse
The misuse or overuse of drugs, typically for non-medical reasons, leading to potential harm to the individual's health, social relations, or ability to function.
- Master the appropriate techniques for exchanges between nurses and patients.
Verified Answer
BS
Learning Objectives
- Master the appropriate techniques for exchanges between nurses and patients.
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