A Client with a PhD in Epidemiology Has Been to Numerous

question 19

Multiple Choice

A client with a PhD in epidemiology has been to numerous physicians and has had numerous laboratory tests,all of which were abnormal,and exploratory surgery,but no one is able to explain the etiology of his problem.The client also states that he has a rare form of a neurological disorder.Which statement should the nurse make that demonstrates critical thinking?

• A)"Why don't you just tell your physician what you think you have?"
• B)"Did you bring your prior tests and results with you,so we don't repeat anything?"
• C)"If you know what you have,what do you want from us?"
• D)"Describe what tests you've had and explain the symptoms of this disorder."

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