A Middle-Age Female Model Is Admitted for a Double Mastectomy

question 12

Multiple Choice

A middle-age female model is admitted for a double mastectomy.On admission the nurse notes that she is depressed and withdrawn.The most appropriate patient-centered nursing intervention(s) might be which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Use a positive and matter-of-fact approach to care.
• B) Include the patient in decision making about her care.
• C) Be aware of nonverbal behaviors when providing care.
• D) Focus on the task when an unpleasant task must be done.
• E) Focus matter-of-fact statements on positive aspects of patient healing.

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