A Patient Recently Diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) Says

question 15

Multiple Choice

A patient recently diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) says he does not want to leave his wife alone with all the household finances. Which response should the nurse refrain from making at this time?

• A) "I would encourage you to discuss your feelings with your wife so that she can be a part of the decision making process."
• B) "I would like to make a referral for you and your wife to a support group that may be helpful with some of the issues you are having."
• C) "It must be very difficult for you to think of your wife having to be alone with the household decisions."
• D) "You had better get your affairs in order now before it is too late."

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Cognitive Component

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