Which response by the nurse is most appropriate to this statement: "This test isn't my idea, but my husband insists"?
a. "Don't worry. Everything will be fine."
b. "Why don't you want to have this test?"
c. "You're concerned about having this test?"
d. "It's your decision."
C
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A This is false reassurance and does not deal with the concerns expressed by the
woman.
B The woman may not be able to answer "why" questions. It may also make her
defensive.
C The nurse should clarify the statement and assist the patient in exploring her
feelings about the test.
D This is a closed statement and does not encourage the woman to express her
feelings.
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