A 55-year-old patient who is recovering from a face-lift performed 2 days ago says, "I think this was a waste of time and money. I look horrible!" How should the nurse respond?
1. "It takes a while for the skin to heal.".
2. "You could use makeup.".
3. "I would complain to the doctor.".
4. "What did you expect?"
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Rationale 1: This patient needs to be reminded that there will be bruising and swelling that might take several weeks to disappear.
Rationale 2: The use of makeup is not needed and is premature.
Rationale 3: Filing a complaint with the doctor is not indicated.
Rationale 4: This is not a therapeutic response. The patient's emotional state warrants a more empathetic response.
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