In Working with a Patient Who Is Newly Diagnosed with Diabetes

question 9

Multiple Choice

In working with a patient who is newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus,the nurse provides feedback to the patient on her progress in learning the treatment regimen.Which statement by the nurse demonstrates the use of therapeutic communication?

• A) "I believe that you have come a long way in learning how to manage your care."
• B) "It didn't look as if you were ever going to be able to get the injection technique right."
• C) "You really need to be checking your blood sugar more often unless you want to come back here to the hospital."
• D) "You don't appear to have any interest in your dietary intake."

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