A Patient Says, "I'm Still on Restriction, but I Want

question 28

Multiple Choice

A patient says, "I'm still on restriction, but I want to attend some off-unit activities. Would you ask the doctor to change my privileges?" What is the nurse's best response?

• A) "Why are you asking me when you're able to speak for yourself?"
• B) "I will be glad to address it when I see your doctor later today."
• C) "That's a good topic for you to discuss with your doctor."
• D) "Do you think you can't speak to a doctor?"

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