The nurse is caring for a client and family member who are distressed about not having a concrete medical diagnosis. The client states, "I have been through a lot of tests, and I still know nothing
" When confirming a psychobiologic diagnosis, the nurse is most accurate to state which of the following? A) "We should have the conclusion of the tests soon. Hang in there."
B) "Diagnosis takes time to consult the specialist and to get those reports."
C) "Confirmation is achieved by ruling out other diseases that manifest similar symptoms."
D) "Psychotherapy will provide the best data to make a diagnosis."
C
Feedback:
Unfortunately, it takes time to obtain a definitive diagnosis for a psychobiologic disorder. Diagnosis is frequently achieved by ruling out other diseases which manifest similar signs and symptoms. Stating the circumstances in the delay in diagnosis is the best and most accurate explanation. Simply saying that the test will conclude soon and that it takes time to receive reports from specialists is general and does not assist the client in understanding why waiting for the reports are necessary. Psychotherapy provides a component of assessment data but not the best data.
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