A client newly diagnosed with STEMI has the nursing diagnosis Anxiety related to hospital admission. The nurse assesses that goals have been met when the client
a. continues to ask questions.
b. cries openly while the nurse is there.
c. is able to rest quietly.
d. needs repetition of information.
C
When the client has decreased anxiety he/she will demonstrate appropriate range of feelings, will be able to participate in treatment decisions, will ask fewer questions, and will be able to rest.
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