After an Assessment of a New Client,a Nursing Student Expresses

question 35

Multiple Choice

After an assessment of a new client,a nursing student expresses a belief that drug addiction is not a real illness,as these clients "did it to themselves." Which response by the staff nurse is appropriate?

• A) "Sometimes a client doesn't show much effort."
• B) "We are legally obligated to provide care."
• C) "It is important to remain nonjudgmental when caring for any client, even a drug addict."
• D) "You are right. I don't know why we bother."

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