A Patient Who Is Preparing for Surgery Has Moderate Anxiety

question 39

Multiple Choice

A patient who is preparing for surgery has moderate anxiety and is unable to understand preoperative information. Which nursing intervention is appropriate?

• A) Reassure the patient that all nurses are skilled in providing postoperative care.
• B) Describe the procedure again in a calm manner, using simple language.
• C) Tell the patient that the staff is prepared to promote recovery.
• D) Encourage the patient to express feelings to his or her family.

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