The client who is scheduled for a biopsy tomorrow is anxious and worried about the results. Which should the nurse do to reduce the client's anxiety and to promote security?
1. Explain all procedures beforehand.
2. Allow the client more time to think.
3. Minimize details the client receives.
4. Administer sedation for severe anxiety.
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1. The nurse explains all procedures beforehand to avoid surprising the client and to give the client an opportunity to ask questions. Preparing clients in this manner allows the client to make informed decisions and know what to expect. Because the client is anxious, the nurse anticipates repeating information to the client.
2. Allowing the client time to think is suitable; however, the nurse should provide the client with information and an opportunity to ask questions to avoid unnecessary worry and fear of the unknown.
3. The client has the right to receive information and the nurse should not withhold details the client needs to make an informed decision; however, because the client is anxious, the nurse can provide the information is small amounts over time to prevent overwhelming the client.
4. Often, sedation becomes necessary and it is available upon client request. Still, the nurse remains responsible for providing the client with enough information to make an informed decision and avoids impairing the client's thought processes with sedation.
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