A Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Paraplegia Who

question 21

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a client with paraplegia who is scheduled to participate in a rehabilitation program.The client states,"I do not understand the need for rehabilitation; the paralysis will not go away and it will not get better." How should the nurse respond?

• A) "If you don't want to participate in the rehabilitation program, I'll let the provider know."
• B) "Rehabilitation programs have helped many clients with your injury.You should give it a chance."
• C) "The rehabilitation program will teach you how to maintain the functional ability you have and prevent further disability."
• D) "When new discoveries are made regarding paraplegia, people in rehabilitation programs will benefit first."

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