The nurse is performing preprocedure teaching for a patient scheduled to undergo a liver biopsy. After listening to the information, the patient states, "I am so scared. I just don't know if I can do this procedure." Which response is best?
a. "The procedure will only last about 15 minutes."
b. "Most patients say it feels similar to a punch in the shoulder."
c. "You do not have to have the procedure."
d. "I understand that you are afraid. Tell me more about your concerns."
D
The nurse should acknowledge the patient's feelings and promote therapeutic communication. While all of the other statements are true, none of them investigate the underlying cause of the patient's fear. Reassurance about the length of the procedure or the sensation that the patient might experience may be indicated after the patient explains more about specific concerns. While the patient can refuse to have the procedure, dismissing the patient is not an appropriate or the-rapeutic statement.
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