A client with urticaria is frustrated with the chronic nature of the problem. To enhance coping, which intervention by the nurse would be most effective?
a. Assist the client in identifying and eliminating triggers for outbreaks.
b. Demonstrate to the client measures to increase comfort.
c. Let the client vent frustrations and remain supportive.
d. Teach the client the proper way to take antihistamines.
A
All options are important interventions; however, if the client can identify and eliminate some triggers, the client can be more in control of the disease process and being in control may reduce his/her frustrations.
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