The nurse is conducting a detailed medical history interview. Which communication techniques demonstrate effective therapeutic communication skills? Select all that apply.

The nurse is conducting a history during a wellness exam. The patient states, “Honestly, I’m really stressed right now. My son is going to college, and my dad is moving in with us. Thankfully, I got a promotion at work so we will be able to move to a place without stairs. I’ve been leaning on my wife and friends a lot and trying to keep exercising and doing yoga.” How does the nurse interpret the patient’s reports?

A confused, minimally arousable patient is brought to the emergency department via ambulance. The patient is hypotensive and bradypneic. Paramedics report finding an empty bottle of diazepam next to the patient. The nurse prepares which therapy?