A patient has been witness to a disaster involving a large number of injuries. The patient appears upset, but states that he feels capable of dealing with his emotions. What is the nurse's most appropriate intervention?
A) Educate the patient about the potential harm in denying his emotions.
B) Refer the patient to social work or spiritual care.
C) Encourage the patient to take a leave of absence from his job to facilitate emotional healing.
D) Encourage the patient to return to normal social roles when appropriate.
Ans: D
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The patient should be encouraged to return to normal social roles when appropriate if he is confident and genuine about his ability to cope. The nurse should use active listening to the patient's concerns and emotions to enable the patient to process the situation. The patient is not necessarily being unrealistic or dishonest. As a result, social work or spiritual care may not be needed. Time away from work may not be required.
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