The nurse is taking a detailed assessment of a male patient who states, "The doctor has already asked me all these questions. Why are you repeating them?" What is the nurse's best response?
A) "Taking this history allows us to determine what your needs may be for nursing care."
B) "You are right; this may seem redundant."
C) "I want to make sure your doctor has covered everything."
D) "I am a member of your health care team."
Ans: A
Feedback: Explaining to the patient the purpose of the nursing assessment creates a better understanding of what the nurse does. It also gives the patient an opportunity to add his or her own input into the patient's care plan.
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