When a patient tells a nurse, "I think I'm impotent," which response by the nurse would be most therapeutic?
a. "That must be very scary for you.".
b. "How is your overall health?"
c. "What medications are you currently taking?"
d. "Please tell me what you mean by ‘impotent.'"
D
Validating terminology is a vital first step. After the nurse understands the patient's complaint, further assessment can take place.
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