A nurse is caring for a patient awaiting test results that will indicate whether the patient has cancer. Which communication would be most helpful initially to facilitate a therapeutic nurse-patient relationship?
a. "I'm sure this must be a difficult time. It may be most helpful for you to focus on the development of new drugs and other therapies.".
b. "How sad and frightened you must feel right now. Do you have any family or friends that are good support systems for you that I might call?"
c. "I am trying to imagine how you feel. If you spend this time making sure all your affairs are in order, it will give you more of a sense of control over the situation.".
d. "This is a time of uncertainty for you and your family. I sense that you are quite anxious and in disbelief. I'd like to talk to you about how you're feeling.".
D
Between the development of symptoms and a definitive diagnosis, patients and their family members or loved ones have to endure a time of uncertainty. Often the best way to begin the intervention is to tell the person the behavior or emotion that you are observing and give it a name (shock, disbelief, fear, or sadness). It is important to validate and seek the person's agreement with or refinement of this perception. The correct response "offers self," a therapeutic communication technique.
You might also like to view...
A nurse who provides care on a busy medical unit works with clients who typically undergo numerous tests and examinations during their time in the hospital. Which of the following is an example of a client who has had a laboratory test?
A) A client whose blood sample will be checked for the presence of bacteria B) A client whose trachea and bronchi have been examined with an endoscope C) A client who has had a chest x-ray to determine whether he aspirated some food D) A client who complained of sudden fatigue and was ordered an electrocardiogram
Drugs that are administered via the sublingual route:
a. have a longer lasting effect than those administered by mouth. b. are absorbed directly into the bloodstream. c. are absorbed and transported directly to the liver. d. are prone to rapid chemical decomposition because of absorption in the mouth.
What is the person's leadership style?
Identify a colleague whom you consider to be a clinical leader or role model. They do not have to hold a position of designated authority (e.g. Nurse Unit Manager), but they should demonstrate leadership qualities. What will be an ideal response?
A common distinction between rural health services and remote area health services is that remote health services usually: a. have a medical officer. b. have a 24-hour healthcare facility with inpatientcapabilities
c. do not have a medical officer. d. none of the above.