A patient who is recovering from a mastectomy relates that she no longer feels like a woman. What is the best response by the nurse?
a. "I am sure you will feel differently when you have your prosthetic bra."
b. "Have you told your husband how you feel?"
c. "I will bring you a catalog that carries built-in prosthetic bras."
d. "Would you like me to arrange a visit from ‘Reach for Recovery'?"
D
Information through organizations can help a patient learn about what to expect, the disease process, and the recovery.
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