Asked by Chathura Koongala on Jul 15, 2024
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The nurse is attempting to teach the patient and his family about his care after discharge.The patient and the family demonstrate signs of anxiety during the teaching session.The nurse should consider doing what?
A) Using more gestures or pictures
B) Focusing on the physical complaints
C) Getting another staff member to speak to the patient
D) Repeating information to the patient and the family at a later time
Anxiety
A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, often about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.
- Use precise techniques in communication to replicate and elucidate expressions stated by patients.
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Shanta LewisJul 16, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Remember that patients and their family members who are under stress often require repeated explanations.Increasing gestures and pictures is additional stimulation that may increase anxiety.Physical complaints should be acknowledged,but dwelling on them can also increase the patient's anxiety.Involving another staff member would cause a break in the continuity of care.
Learning Objectives
- Use precise techniques in communication to replicate and elucidate expressions stated by patients.