A Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has Just

question 7

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a patient who has just been diagnosed with a brain tumor. The patient asks the nurse if she should choose to have surgery. The nurse's most therapeutic response is:

• A) "Tell me what you know about the surgery."
• B) "I would never decide against having surgery."
• C) "If I were you, I would definitely have the surgery."
• D) "Don't worry. You will be fine if you don't have surgery."

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Definitions:

Socioemotional

Relating to the interplay between social interactions and emotional responses.

Rational

Based on or in accordance with reason or logic; an approach to decision-making that is characterized by logical and analytical thought processes.

Relationship Conflicts

Disagreements or disputes arising from interpersonal relationships, often involving emotional or personal issues.

Task Conflicts

Disagreements among group members regarding the content and goals of the task being performed.