In which order should the nurse focus on a client's concerns?
a. all at the same time c. focus on most press-ing worry first
b. only one concern per conversation d. focus on minor con-cerns then major
C
It is important for the nurse to remember to focus on the client's most pressing worries before moving on to other topics that need to be addressed. As long as a client is worried about his problem, the client may not hear the suggestions or other topics discussed.
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