A client requests that surgery be delayed for several days until after a period of Holy Days has concluded. Which action by the nurse supports this client's request?
A) Remind the client that one's health is more important than following Holy Days.
B) Provide the client with alternative forms of treatment to replace having surgery.
C) Suggest the client think about whether having the surgery is the right decision, as the client is willing to delay it now.
D) Communicate the client's request to the surgeon.
Answer: D
To support the client's need to avoid surgery during Holy Days, the nurse should communicate the client's request to the surgeon. The nurse should not remind the client that health is more important than following Holy Days or suggest that the client consider not having surgery. The nurse should also not provide the client with alternative forms of treatment to replace having surgery.
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