An Adolescent Is Scheduled for a Leg Amputation in 2

question 22

Multiple Choice

An adolescent is scheduled for a leg amputation in 2 days for treatment of osteosarcoma.The nurse's approach should include:

• A)Answering questions with straight forward honesty.
• B)Avoiding discussing the seriousness of the condition.
• C)Explaining that, although the amputation is difficult, it will cure the cancer.
• D)Assisting the adolescent in accepting the amputation as better than a long course of chemotherapy.

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