The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has Just

question 9

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient who has just been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) .Which assessment findings justify the diagnosis of ineffective denial related to fear of loss of body function and death for the patient?

• A) The patient attempts to hide shortness of breath from the nurse.
• B) The patient has fallen twice after insisting that a walker is not needed.
• C) The patient uses a gastrostomy tube for nutrition when unable to swallow.
• D) The patient attends support group meetings for families and patients with ALS.
• E) The patient insists that an uneven sidewalk caused a fall rather than leg weakness.

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