A 32-Year-Old Who Was Admitted to the Emergency Department with Severe

question 20

Multiple Choice

A 32-year-old who was admitted to the emergency department with severe abdominal pain is diagnosed with an ectopic pregnancy.The patient begins to cry and asks the nurse to leave her alone to grieve.Which action should the nurse take next?

• A) Stay with the patient and encourage her to discuss her feelings.
• B) Explain the reason for taking vital signs every 15 to 30 minutes.
• C) Close the door to the patient's room and minimize disturbances.
• D) Provide teaching about options for termination of the pregnancy.

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