A client is scheduled for a percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) immediately following confirmed diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction. The client is overtly anxious and crying. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
A) "Everything will be fine. Your family is here for you."
B) "Don't cry; you have the best team of doctors."
C) "Would you like something to calm your nerves?"
D) "Tell me what concerns you most."
D
Feedback:
Allowing the client to share feelings tends to relieve or reduce emotional distress. Telling a client that everything is fine negates the feelings they are expressing. Telling a client not to cry can be viewed as insensitive to the feelings being expressed. Providing a prescribed sedative may be helpful but does not address the fears and concerns of the client.
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