A Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Awaiting Test Results

question 12

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a patient awaiting test results that will indicate whether the patient has cancer.Which communication would be most helpful initially to facilitate a therapeutic nurse-patient relationship?

• A) "I'm sure this must be a difficult time. It may be most helpful for you to focus on the development of new drugs and other therapies."
• B) "How sad and frightened you must feel right now. Do you have any family or friends that are good support systems for you that I might call?"
• C) "I am trying to imagine how you feel. If you spend this time making sure all your affairs are in order, it will give you more of a sense of control over the situation."
• D) "This is a time of uncertainty for you and your family. I sense that you are quite anxious and in disbelief. I'd like to talk to you about how you're feeling."

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