After receiving a diagnosis of acute lymphocytic leukemia, a patient is visibly distraught, stating, "I have no idea where to go from here." How should the nurse prepare to meet this patient's psychosocial needs?
A) Assess the patient's previous experience with the health care system.
B) Reassure the patient that treatment will be challenging but successful.
C) Assess the patient's specific needs for education and support.
D) Identify the patient's plan of medical care.
Ans: C
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In order to meets the patient's needs, the nurse must first identify the specific nature of these needs. According to the nursing process, assessment must precede interventions. The plan of medical care is important, but not central to the provision of support. The patient's previous health care is not a primary consideration, and the nurse cannot assure the patient of successful treatment.
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