A couple is trying to cope with an infertility problem. They want to know what they can do to preserve their emotional equilibrium. The nurse's most appropriate response is:
a. "Tell your friends and family so they can help you."
b. "Talk only to other friends who are infertile because only they can help."
c. "Get involved with a support group. I'll give you some names."
d. "Start adoption proceedings immediately because it is very difficult to obtain an infant."
C
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A Although talking about their feelings may unburden them of negative feelings, infertility can be a major stressor that affects the couple's relationships with family and friends.
B Limiting their interactions to other infertile couples may be a beginning point for addressing psychosocial needs, but depending on where the other couple is in their own recovery process, this may or may not help them.
C Venting negative feelings may unburden the couple. A support group may pro-vide a safe haven for the couple to share their experiences and gain insight from others' experiences.
D This statement is not supportive of the psychosocial needs of this couple and may be detrimental to their well-being.
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