Which Patient Is Most in Need of a Nurse's Referral

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which patient is most in need of a nurse's referral to adoption services?

• A) A woman considering abortion for an unwanted pregnancy
• B) An infertile couple religiously opposed to artificial insemination
• C) A woman who suffered miscarriage during her first pregnancy
• D) An infertile couple who has been attempting conception for 3 months

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Definitions:

Puzzlement

The state of being confused or perplexed.

Sharp Pain

A sudden, intense sensation of discomfort or distress.

Hypnotized

A state of heightened suggestibility and focused attention, often used in therapeutic settings to modify behavior or alleviate pain.

Pretenders

Individuals who simulate a condition or characteristic, often for personal gain or attention.