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Chapter 13: Problem 1

The nurse is caring for a 24-year-old who is three months pregnant. The client has just been informed that she has breast cancer. The nurse assesses signs of increased anxiety. Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate? A. "Do you have any questions?" B. "You seem to be upset. Tell me about your feelings." C. "There is no need to be worried. The baby will be fine." D. "I'm going to call the chaplain to visit."

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Answer: "You seem to be upset. Tell me about your feelings."

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Option A

"Do you have any questions?" This statement is open-ended and encourages the patient to express their concerns, but it does not directly address the patient's feelings or anxiety.
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Option B

"You seem to be upset. Tell me about your feelings." This statement is an empathetic and supportive response that acknowledges the patient's anxiety and creates an opportunity for the patient to discuss their emotions and concerns. This is the most appropriate statement among the four options.
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Option C

"There is no need to be worried. The baby will be fine." While this statement may be intended to reassure the patient, it may not be accurate, and it dismisses the patient's concerns without giving them an opportunity to discuss their feelings.
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Option D

"I'm going to call the chaplain to visit." This statement assumes that the patient's anxiety can be addressed through spiritual support, which may not be appropriate or helpful for the patient. It does not directly address the patient's feelings or anxiety. Based on our analysis, the most appropriate response for the nurse to say is option B.

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