The nurse determines that an older client is in the medical care contact stage of an illness. What did the client demonstrate to cause the nurse to make this decision?
1. The client asked if the illness can be treated or recovery is possible.
2. The client asked if the symptoms experienced are a part of an illness.
3. The client asked if the symptoms can be explained in plain language.
4. The client stated that the illness is not acceptable and wants a second opinion.
5. The client stated that treatment is accepted and will be completed as identified.
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 4
Rationale: In the medical care contact stage the client seeks reassurance that the illness can be treated and the outcome predicted.
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