The Nurse Is Collecting Data from Patients in a Primary

question 1

Multiple Choice

The nurse is collecting data from patients in a primary care setting as part of a research study on grieving and coping skills. The nurse notes that a patient becomes visibly upset after relating that his son was recently killed in an automobile accident. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate for the nurse to take when the patient states he does not want to talk further about it?

• A) Sympathize and explain how his answers will help many others.
• B) Weigh the potential greater good for a greater number of people and continue.
• C) Support the patient receiving care by ceasing further questioning.
• D) Consider the primary duty to advance nursing knowledge and continue questioning after a brief break.

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Definitions:

Heart Failure

A condition in which the heart is unable to pump sufficiently to maintain blood flow to meet the body's needs.

KCl

Potassium chloride, a chemical compound used in medicine to treat potassium deficiency and in various industrial applications.

Cardiac Unit

A specialized hospital department focused on the care of patients with heart conditions.

Potassium Level

A measure of the concentration of potassium in the blood, vital for nerve function, muscle control, and heart rhythm.