Author Question: The nurse notices that a co-worker seems to be distancing from a client who is dying from cancer. ... (Read 33 times)

DelorasTo · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse notices that a co-worker seems to be distancing from a client who is dying from cancer. The nurse's best action is to:

1. Offer to trade assignments with this nurse.
2. Discuss the possibility of an unconscious distancing response with the co-worker.
3. Report her observations to the nurse supervisor.
4. Ask the co-worker if he has difficulty dealing with emotions.

Question 2

The nursing care plan for the client with a diagnosis of Chronic Pain should always include: Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. Establishing a clientnurse relationship.
2. Client teaching.
3. Considering the client's ability and willingness to participate.
4. Using distraction.
5. Presenting choices.

Galvarado142 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2
Rationale: Distancing is a normal self-protective mechanism to avoid the pain of losing someone the nurse cares for. Because it is often a subconscious action, talking with the nurse and helping him recognize what is happening often is all that is needed to correct the situation. It also provides the nurse with someone to talk to about his feelings.

Answer to Question 2

1,2,3
Rationale: A trusting relationship promotes expression of the client's thoughts and feelings, and enhances effectiveness of planned pain therapies.