How are you going to respond to her question?
Mrs. R. is unable to leave the hospital because of the bad weather. She approaches you and asks, "Did my husband have a heart attack? I'm really scared. His father died of one when he was 51."
Answer: It is important to recognize and address Mrs. R.'s anxiety. Reassure her that he is getting excellent
care and he will be closely monitored. Explain that no one can tell whether he has had a heart attack
until the test results come back. Thank her for the additional information, and tell her you will pass it along to the physician. Tell her that he is going to need her help when he goes home so that he can
begin to live a healthier lifestyle.
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