A 79-year-old experienced a severe stroke several days ago. The client's spouse has been told by the care team that he is unlikely to survive more than a few days and that aggressive treatment would likely be futile
The nurse has just entered the client's room to find the spouse softly crying at the bedside, and makes no attempt to acknowledge the nurse's presence. What is the nurse's most therapeutic response to the client's wife?
A) "Do you feel like he was able to live a full life?"
B) "Did you feel like you were able to discuss his treatment options thoroughly?"
C) "What is it that makes you the saddest about your husband's situation?"
D) "I am here; should I leave you alone for now?"
Ans: D
In light of the fact that the wife is grieving quietly and has not acknowledged the nurse's presence, it is likely appropriate to offer to leave her alone. Alluding to treatment options, a "full life," or particularly sad aspects of the situation is inappropriate.
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