Asked by Destiny Burks on Apr 25, 2024
The nurse is caring for an older Chinese adult male who is grimacing and appears restless after abdominal surgery. What is the nurse's best action?
A) Ask the patient if he is anxious about his hospital stay.
B) Ask a translator to conduct a FACES pain scale assessment.
C) Ask the patient about pain and assess vital signs.
D) Ask the patient about any history of depression or anxiety.
FACES Pain Scale
A visual tool used to help individuals identify and communicate the intensity of their pain using a series of facial expressions.
Chinese Adult
An individual of Chinese descent who has reached the age of maturity as defined by legal or cultural standards.
Abdominal Surgery
A surgical procedure performed on organs or tissues in the abdominal cavity, such as the stomach, liver, or intestines.
- Employ effective communication strategies and assessments tailored to patients' cultural contexts.
Learning Objectives
- Employ effective communication strategies and assessments tailored to patients' cultural contexts.
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