Speech Ch 16 & 17 NCLEX Stlye Qs

A nurse is giving a presentation to the community about the benefits of flu vaccinations. Which statement best demonstrates a persuasive speaking technique?

• A. "The flu vaccine is optional, and you can decide if you want it."

• B. "Flu vaccines have been shown to reduce the risk of illness, protect those around you, and prevent hospitalizations."

• C. "Some people may experience mild side effects after receiving the flu vaccine."

• D. "It's important to consider all options when thinking about getting vaccinated."

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A nurse is advocating for a patient to adhere to a prescribed medication regimen. Which persuasive approach should the nurse use to effectively communicate the importance of adherence?

• A. Using medical jargon to emphasize the complexity of the condition.

• B. Highlighting the potential consequences of non-adherence, such as worsening symptoms or hospitalization.

• C. Reassuring the patient that missing doses occasionally is not a major issue.

• D. Allowing the patient to decide on their own without offering any guidance.

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In a team meeting, a nurse is trying to persuade colleagues to adopt a new patient handoff protocol. Which statement is an example of using evidence-based persuasion?

• A. "This new protocol feels like it will improve our workflow."

• B. "I think we should try this new protocol because it looks good."

• C. "Studies have shown that using this protocol reduces handoff errors by 30%."

• D. "We can consider this new protocol if everyone agrees."

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A nurse educator is encouraging nursing students to develop persuasive speaking skills. Which technique should be emphasized as most effective in persuasive communication?

• A. Presenting information in a monotone voice to appear serious.

• B. Using emotional appeals without factual support.

• C. Establishing credibility and presenting clear, logical arguments.

• D. Avoiding eye contact to not intimidate the audience.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

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A public health nurse is persuading a community group to support a new health initiative. What strategy should the nurse use to connect emotionally with the audience?

• A. Providing detailed statistical data about the health initiative.

• B. Sharing personal stories or testimonials from individuals who benefited from similar initiatives.

• C. Using technical language to demonstrate expertise.

• D. Emphasizing the financial cost of not supporting the initiative.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

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CCSS.RI.11-12.8

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A nurse is discussing the benefits of a new diet with a patient and says, "Everyone is trying this diet, so it must be effective." Which logical fallacy does this statement exemplify?

• Ad Hominem

• Slippery Slope

• Appeal to Popularity (Bandwagon)

• False Dichotomy

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

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During a health education session, a nurse tells the audience, "If you don't exercise every day, you'll end up with serious health problems." This statement is an example of which logical fallacy?

• Hasty Generalization

• Slippery Slope

• Circular Reasoning

• Appeal to Authority

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

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A nurse says to a colleague, "You can't trust Dr. Smith's advice on nutrition because she's overweight." What logical fallacy is being used here?

• Straw Man

• Red Herring

• Ad Hominem

• Post Hoc Ergo Propter Hoc

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

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A patient refuses to take a new medication because they believe it caused a friend's symptoms to worsen, despite lacking evidence. This is an example of which logical fallacy?

• Hasty Generalization

• False Cause (Post Hoc Ergo Propter Hoc)

• Appeal to Ignorance

• Circular Reasoning

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

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A nurse argues, "Either you support mandatory vaccination policies, or you don't care about public health." This statement is an example of which logical fallacy?

• False Dichotomy (False Dilemma)

• Begging the Question

• Red Herring

• Straw Man

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CCSS.RI.8.8

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