A home care nurse is caring for a quadriplegic client who needs regular position changes and back massages. A gentleman identifying himself as a family friend inquires if he can be of any help to the family. What should be the nurse's response be?
A) The nurse should ask the gentleman to talk to the family directly.
B) The nurse should invite the gentleman to learn the caring techniques.
C) The nurse should state that the family does not need any help.
D) The nurse should refer the gentleman to the local social worker.
Ans: A
The nurse should ask the gentleman to talk to the family directly. Revealing information about the client's care is a violation of the client's privacy. The nurse should not invite the gentleman for a learning session because it would be a breach of the client's right to privacy. Referring him to a social worker is not an appropriate choice.
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