A patient waiting to have a skin biopsy asks what occurs during the procedure. What should the nurse respond to this patient?
1. "Didn't your doctor tell you?"
2. "Maybe you shouldn't have it done."
3. "I'm not sure."
4. "Let me check to see exactly what you are having done and then we can talk more about what you can expect."
Correct Answer: 4
Regardless of the type of diagnostic test, the nurse is responsible for explaining the procedure and any special preparation needed and for supporting the patient. Answering the patient's inquiry with a question is not therapeutic. The nurse should not discourage the patient from obtaining treatments ordered. The nurse needs to find out what occurs during the biopsy. This statement is not sufficient communication.
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