A nurse cares for a client who has pyelonephritis. The client states, "I am embarrassed to talk about my symptoms." How should the nurse respond?
a. "I am a professional. Your symptoms will be kept in confidence."
b. "I understand. Elimination is a private topic and shouldn't be discussed."
c. "Take your time. It is okay to use words that are familiar to you."
d. "You seem anxious. Would you like a nurse of the same gender to care for you?"
ANS: C
Clients may be uncomfortable discussing issues related to elimination and the genitourinary area. The nurse should encourage the client to use language that is familiar to the client. The nurse should not make promises that cannot be kept, like keeping the client's symptoms confidential. The nurse must assess the client and cannot take the time to stop the discussion or find another nurse to complete the assessment.
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