Asked by Hibatallah Ashraf on Jun 05, 2024
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A patient who has been hospitalized for weeks becomes angry and says,"I hate this place; nobody knows how to take care of me or I'd be home by now." Which response by the nurse is best in this situation?
A) "You seem angry; what's going on that makes you hate this place?"
B) "I'm sorry that we aren't caring for you according to your expectations."
C) "You were very sick; don't be angry; you're lucky to be alive."
D) "You shouldn't be angry with us; we're trying to help you."
Hospitalized
Admitted to a hospital for treatment, observation, or other medical care.
Nurse Response
The actions or interventions taken by a nurse in reaction to a patient's health condition or needs.
Angry
A strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility.
- Pinpoint the signs and symptoms representative of stress and anxiety.
- Identify strategies for stress reduction and management.
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AP
Antor Podder 1721325Jun 10, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
This response shows empathy towards the patient's feelings and invites them to share more about what is bothering them. It also encourages open communication between the patient and nurse. The other options either dismiss the patient's feelings or place blame on the patient for being angry.
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint the signs and symptoms representative of stress and anxiety.
- Identify strategies for stress reduction and management.
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