A couple is trying to cope with an infertility problem and want to know what they can do to preserve their emotional equilibrium. The nurse's most appropriate response is:
1. "Tell your friends and family so that they can help you.".
2. "Talk only to other friends who are infertile because only they can help.".
3. "Get involved with a support group. I will give you some names.".
4. "Start adoption proceedings immediately because obtaining an infant is very dif-ficult.".
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1. Incorrect. Although talking about their feelings may unburden them of negative feelings, infertility can be a major stressor that affects the couple's relationships with family and friends.
2. Incorrect. Limiting interaction with other infertile couples may be a beginning point for addressing psychosocial needs, but depending on where the other couple is in their own re-covery process may or may not be of assistance to them.
3. Correct. Venting negative feelings may unburden the couple. A support group may pro-vide a safe haven for the couple to share their experiences and gain insight from others' ex-periences.
4. Incorrect. This statement is not supportive of the psychosocial needs of this couple and may be detrimental to their well-being.
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