Asked by Julia Lupul on May 12, 2024
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The nurse is caring for a patient with a wound. The patient appears anxious as the nurse is preparing to change the dressing. Which action should the nurse take?
A) Turn on the television.
B) Explain the procedure.
C) Tell the patient "Close your eyes."
D) Ask the family to leave the room.
Dressing
A protective or therapeutic covering applied to a wound or surgical site to aid in healing or prevent further injury or infection.
Anxious
Experiencing worry, unease, or nervousness, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.
- Explain the role of patient education in managing anxiety and promoting wound healing.
Verified Answer
RK
Rachid KhneisserMay 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Explaining the procedure educates the patient regarding the dressing change and involves him in the care, thereby allowing the patient some control in decreasing anxiety. Telling the patient to close the eyes and turning on the television are distractions that do not usually decrease a patient's anxiety. If the family is a support system, asking support systems to leave the room can actually increase a patient's anxiety.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the role of patient education in managing anxiety and promoting wound healing.