Ryan Has Just Been Unexpectedly Admitted to the Intensive Care

question 14

Multiple Choice

Ryan has just been unexpectedly admitted to the intensive care unit following abdominal surgery. The nursing staff has completed the admission process and Ryan's condition is beginning to stabilize. When speaking with the parents, the nurses should expect which of the following stressors to be evident on the family: (Select all that apply.)

• A)Unfamiliar environment
• B)Usual day night routine
• C)Strange smells
• D)Provision of privacy
• E)Inadequate knowledge of condition and routine.

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