A Client and His Family Are Waiting for the Results

question 22

Multiple Choice

A client and his family are waiting for the results of clinical tests to determine whether the client has an infection.They are becoming anxious.What is the most important assessment that the nurse should make of the client and family members?

• A) Understanding of insurance reimbursement for testing
• B) Use of appropriate coping mechanisms for anxiety
• C) Understanding of the infectious disease process
• D) Understanding of the diagnostic procedures

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