A placebo is being used to treat a client for complaint of chronic pain. The client learns that she is being treated with a placebo and asks the nurse why she is not being given "real pain medication." The nurse's best response is:
a. "There is no particular medication useful in treating your pain. Placebos have been shown to be effective in beginning the self-healing process."
b. "Placebos are real pain medications and should be effective in treating the chronic pain you are experiencing."
c. "Your pain is psychological; therefore, no medication will help."
d. "Ask your health care provider; who prescribed it and knows what is best for you."
ANS: A
Feedback
A Correct: This is an appropriate response by the nurse--true, yet compassionate.
B Incorrect: This is a false statement.
C Incorrect: This statement lacks compassion and client focus and is an unprofessional nursing response.
D Incorrect: This passes the explanation process off onto the health care provider and is an unprofessional nursing response.
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