Initial measures to stop a postpartum patient's bleeding are not successful and she is being transferred to the ICU
Her family is frightened by the IV lines and the nasal cannula and the patient's brother suddenly says to her partner, "This is all your fault!" What is the best response by the nurse?
A) Leave the room quietly; this is a family matter
B) Draw the brother aside and tell him that if he can't control himself, he'll have to leave
C) Explain the patient's care, focusing on any signs of improvement, while acknowledging that this is a difficult time for them
D) Tell them that the physician will explain the patient's treatment to them
Ans: C
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