The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Refuses to Participate

question 20

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient who refuses to participate in physical therapy (PT) and states, "I really don't like to exercise." Which response by the nurse is most likely to help engage the patient in PT?

• A) "It makes the pain worse, doesn't it?"
• B) "What don't you like about exercise?"
• C) "You really should do these exercises."
• D) "Do you like to do any other activities?"

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