A 66-year-old patient is admitted for cardiac surgery. The patient states that he is afraid of dying while undergoing the surgery. The nurse is aware that:
A) A further assessment of anxiety is required.
B) A more complete physical examination is required.
C) Preoperative fears are normal and if ignored will be alleviated independently.
D) Teaching should be initiated immediately to alleviate the fears.
Ans: A
Feedback: An assessment of anxiety levels is required in the patient to assist in identifying fears and developing coping mechanisms for those fears. If the patient's anxiety is high, it may interfere with teaching.
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