After having a right total mastectomy, the patient confides that her husband has voiced concern about her "disfigurement." Which response is most appropriate for the nurse to make? The nurse's most therapeutic response would be:
a. "What a terrible thing to say!"
b. "Many husbands feel that way at first."
c. "His feelings will change over time."
d. "How did you respond to his statement?"
D
Using open-ended and matter-of-fact tactful questions will help the patient express feelings. Characterizing the husband's statement as terrible renders an inappropriate judgment without exploring how the patient feels. Informing the patient about others' feelings or offering empty reassurance that her husband will change over time is inappropriate and ineffective.
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