A patient who has cancer of the larynx has been told that he needs a total laryngectomy. To help the patient cope with the loss of his voice, the nurse would consider:
1. offering to have a volunteer from a local laryngectomy organization visit the pa-tient.
2. explaining in detail the available vocalization aids and techniques.
3. teaching the patient about what will happen directly after the surgery.
4. notifying the hospital chaplain of the patient's need.
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Offering to request a volunteer from the laryngectomy organization is a recommended im-plementation to reduce the stress of losing the ability to speak. You should consult the pa-tient before making the referral.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 1229
OBJ: 5 TOP: Cancer of the Larynx
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Planning MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity
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