A client who has been severely burned has been taught meditation techniques to help manage the stress of his recovery period. The nurse recognizes which of the following assessment findings as most conclusive of the effectiveness of the intervention?
1. The client stating, "I like to meditate"
2. Observing the client in a meditative pose
3. The client heard telling his son that he has learned to meditate
4. A 10-point drop in the client's systolic blood pressure after meditation
ANS: 1
The most conclusive evidence of the effectiveness of the intervention is the client's verbalization of its worth. The client stating his positive feelings regarding meditation is the best option. The remaining options may indicate effectiveness but not as personally as the client's statement.
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