Which of the following statements by the home health nurse best reflects client advocacy in re-sponse to the client's concern over the expense of the therapy?
1. "Have you considered the possibility of a renal transplant?"
2. "This peritoneal dialysis is less expensive than hemodialysis."
3. "You must feel awful about this situation, but this is the best course of treatment for you."
4. "Let's call the regional dialysis center and explore options for reducing the cost of your home dialysis."
ANS: 4
Calling the regional dialysis center and exploring options for reducing cost demonstrates the nurse acting as client advocate by identifying and assisting the client in contacting the appropri-ate agency for information and resources to meet the client's needs. Asking the client whether he has considered renal transplantation does not demonstrate client advocacy. Pointing out the dif-ference in cost for dialysis in the home versus the hospital does not meet the client's need to re-duce the expenses of his therapy. The nurse is not demonstrating patient advocacy. Telling the client that this is the best treatment for him does not address his financial concerns. The nurse is not demonstrating patient advocacy with this response.
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