A Patient Scheduled for Surgery Expresses a Fear of Dying

question 15

Multiple Choice

A patient scheduled for surgery expresses a fear of dying.What action should the nurse take?

• A) Ask the family to comfort the patient.
• B) Tell the patient everything will be all right.
• C) Allow the patient time to express concerns.
• D) Explain the national death rate from surgery.

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