A couple resides in a long-term care facility. The husband is admitted to the psychiatric unit after physically abusing his wife. He states, "My wife is having an affair with a young man, and I want it investigated
" Which is the appropriate nursing reply? A. "Your wife is not having an affair. What makes you think that?"
B. "Why do you think that your wife is having an affair?"
C. "Your wife has told us that these thoughts have no basis in fact."
D. "I understand that you are upset. Let's talk about it."
D
The most appropriate reply by the nurse is to empathize with the client regarding his emotional response and to encourage the client to talk about the situation. The nurse should remain nonjudgmental and help maintain orientation and aid in memory and recognition.
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