A nurse cares for an older adult client who has a chronic skin disorder. The client states, "I have not been to church in several weeks because of the discoloration of my skin." How should the nurse respond?
a. "I will consult the chaplain to provide you with spiritual support."
b. "You do not need to go to church; God is everywhere."
c. "Tell me more about your concerns related to your skin."
d. "Religious people are nonjudgmental and will accept you."
ANS: C
Clients with chronic skin disorders often become socially isolated related to the fear of rejection by others. Nurses should assess how the client's skin changes are affecting the client's body image and encourage the client to express his or her feelings about a change in appearance. The other responses are not appropriate.
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