The hospitalized client is having a discussion with the physician. Which of the following client issues will the physician typically focus on?
1. The client's lack of compliance with coughing and deep-breathing exercises after major abdominal surgery.
2. The client's estrangement from her daughter.
3. The client's perceived issues with financial insecurity.
4. Pathophysiological principles, treatment, and diagnostic testing related to the client's new diagnosis of colon cancer.
Answer: 4
Rationale: Physicians typically approach clients with an application of pathophysiological principles and the desire to cure or treat the client. Social workers approach clients as individuals. They can assist with finances, food, clothing, and shelter. Nurses have been taught to use a holistic view of the client. Their focus would be to encourage coughing and deep-breathing exercises following surgery to prevent complications. The nurse may discuss the client's estrangement with her daughter. The nurse might determine that the client feels financially insecure. Social workers are the best resources to help clients deal with their issues regarding financial insecurity.
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