A Nurse Is Visiting a Patient Who Has Been Discharged

question 7

Multiple Choice

A nurse is visiting a patient who has been discharged to home for a follow-up evaluation. The patient was diagnosed with diabetes many years ago. She has been hospitalized multiple times with infections and renal insufficiency. She now needs dialysis on a regular basis. Which of the following actions would support a therapeutic relationship between the nurse and family?

• A) The nurse needs to limit the time given to the family to tell their story to stay focused on the patient.
• B) The wound care and weight assessments are the priorities during this visit.
• C) Using linear questioning techniques will help the family share their understandings of the situation.
• D) Spending time assessing the patient's symptoms and the family's experiences will produce best outcomes.

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