A nurse must violate the personal space of a patient to perform an invasive procedure. How can the nurse reduce the discomfort of the patient?
a. By approaching the interaction in a professional manner
b. By distracting the patient with jokes and humor
c. By asking another nurse to be present at the bedside
d. By assuring the patient that all people dislike invasion of personal space
ANS: A
The intimate zone can cause uneasiness for both patient and nurse; therefore, approach the interaction in a professional manner.
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