A client states to the nurse, "I experience shortness of breath and dizziness every time I get into an elevator." Which actions by the nurse are appropriate based on this data?
Select all that apply.
A) Assist the client to rethink the degree of anxiety associated with elevators.
B) Ask the client how he has survived in life so far with elevators.
C) Instruct the client in deep breathing exercises.
D) Suggest that the client should avoid elevators.
E) Tell the client that elevators are completely safe.
Answer: A, C
Deep breathing exercises can help the client reduce the anxiety associated with a fearful situation, such as entering an elevator. Assisting the client to rethink the degree of anxiety associated with elevators helps the client learn to manage the anxiety. Suggesting that the client avoid elevators will not help the client. Asking the client how he has survived in life so far with elevators will not help the situation. Telling the client that elevators are completely safe might not be true and should not be said to the client.
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