Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 84%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has just been diagnosed with cancer of the colon. The client asks the nurse about what the provider might be planning to do. Which of the following nursing responses should the nurse make?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Correct Answer: B - Encourage the client to write down questions to ask the provider.
Rationale: Encouraging the client to write down questions will empower them to actively participate in their care, clarify doubts, and gather relevant information from the healthcare provider. This approach promotes client autonomy and ensures that the client is well-informed about their condition and treatment options. It also helps the client to remember all their concerns during the consultation with the provider.
Incorrect Choices:
A: Providing internet articles may confuse the client with varying information sources and might not be tailored to their specific situation.
C: Explaining treatment options prematurely can overwhelm the client and may not be appropriate until the provider discusses the specific diagnosis and stage.
D: While assuring the client is important, this response does not actively engage the client in seeking information or clarifications.
Rationale: Encouraging the client to write down questions will empower them to actively participate in their care, clarify doubts, and gather relevant information from the healthcare provider. This approach promotes client autonomy and ensures that the client is well-informed about their condition and treatment options. It also helps the client to remember all their concerns during the consultation with the provider.
Incorrect Choices:
A: Providing internet articles may confuse the client with varying information sources and might not be tailored to their specific situation.
C: Explaining treatment options prematurely can overwhelm the client and may not be appropriate until the provider discusses the specific diagnosis and stage.
D: While assuring the client is important, this response does not actively engage the client in seeking information or clarifications.