To best meet the psychological needs of a burned client in the acute phase of burn care, the nurse would (Select all that apply)
a. administer tranquilizers when the client is out of control.
b. assist the client to control destructive behaviors.
c. involve the family as much as they and the client desire and are able.
d. offer factual information about the appearance of burns.
e. provide an atmosphere that accepts emotional lability.
B, C, D, E
During the acute phase the client recognizes the extent of injury and realizes that his/her body is changed forever, leading to the diagnosis Disturbed Personal Identity. Nurses can assist clients through this stage by expecting and accepting emotional lability while assisting the client to control destructive behaviors. Allowing family members to be involved in care is helpful also. Staff members should be able to supply information on the appearance of the burns and expected changes that will occur over time.
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