A young woman with severe jaundice has a nursing diagnosis of "Altered body image, related to jaundice." The patient says, "Will I always be this horrible color?" What is the best response by the nurse?
a. "Yes, but your sclera will return to their previous white color."
b. "No. The color will fade gradually as liver inflammation decreases."
c. "Yes, but cosmetics can disguise the col-or."
d. "No. The color will change to freckles."
B
Jaundice causes patients to be self-conscious and reclusive because of the change in physical appearance. Patients can be reassured that the color improves as liver function improves, usually in 2 to 4 weeks.
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