A patient, age 36, is scheduled for a unilateral orchiectomy for treatment of testicular cancer. He is withdrawn and does not initiate interaction with the nurse. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
a. Carefully explain the post operative activity restrictions.
b. Set a patient outcome that he will verbalize his understanding of the procedure.
c. Assure him that he will have adequate future sexual functioning.
d. Assess his concerns related to his diagnosis and treatment.
D
Nursing diagnoses for a patient with a reproductive disorder and surgery such as unilateral orchiectomy (removal of a testicle) include Disturbed body image and Ineffective coping.
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