A nurse is assigned to a patient who has been a very close family friend for many years. What statement would be most appropriate for the nurse to maintain a therapeutic relationship under these circumstances?
a. "Don't worry about a thing. I will see that extra care is given to you on the other shifts, because you are my friend."
b. "You may feel uncomfortable about my caring for you. Although everything that happens here is considered to be confi-dential, would you prefer another care-giver?"
c. "This is a very busy unit, but I will make sure that you get lots of attention, and I will come back after my shift to help you."
d. "I'm so sorry that you are hospitalized, but I will tell all my friends to take special care of you for me."
B
Even friends as patients should retain decision-making options about their care.
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