Trey has been admitted from the operating room to the pediatric floor for the repair of a broken humorous. On the chart, it states that Trey has been blind for two years
The nurse should communicate each action prior to performing the action so Trey knows what is going to occur. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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1 . Telling the patient what will occur will help reduce anxiety since the patient cannot see what is occurring.
2 . Telling the patient what will occur will help reduce anxiety since the patient cannot see what is occurring.
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