A Female Client, Aged 35, Has a Cancerous Tumor in Her

question 11

Multiple Choice

A female client, aged 35, has a cancerous tumor in her breast. She has been scheduled to undergo surgery and have her breast removed. She says, "I am worried about whether I will still be attractive to my partner or not even if I am cured." Which of the following statements is a Level 3 reciprocal response to the client's concerns?​

• A)​So you are apprehensive that you might be physically safer after the surgery, but that your partner might not feel the same way about you?
• B)​Can you not think about the alternative, the consequences of not having the cancer removed?
• C)​You should focus on tackling one issue at a time.
• D)​You'll just have to be patient. I can see that you are worried.

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