A Patient's Spouse Asks a Nurse,"Why Are They Wasting Money

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient's spouse asks a nurse,"Why are they wasting money doing all these tests on my spouse? The hallucinations and delusions make the mental illness obvious!" The best reply would be:

• A) "Don't be upset. We are using the most modern approach to caring for your spouse."
• B) "I know you must be worried about costs, but having these tests is very necessary."
• C) "Physical illnesses can cause psychiatric symptoms. We must be sure of what we are treating."
• D) "I think that you are upset about your spouse's illness and not thinking clearly. To avoid harm, physical illness must be ruled out."

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