A patient admitted to the cardiac unit is going to the cardiac catheterization lab for a procedure. The patient tells the nurse, I am so anxious about this. I am afraid the procedure might trigger a heart attack. What is the first action by the nurse?
a. Contact the physician for an anti-anxiety medication prior to the procedure.
b. Assure the patient that this is a very common procedure for all cardiac patients.
c. Instruct the patient prior to the procedure about what he can expect of the procedure.
d. Offer the patient some stress-reducing techniques to use before the procedure.
Question 2
Which statement by the nurse is best when communicating with a patient with clinical depression?
a. It's a beautiful day today; you'll feel better if you look out the window.
b. You're having a bad day; I'm sure you'll feel better soon.
c. Life seems overwhelming at times; would you like to discuss how you're feeling?
d. You are very lucky to have such a supportive family.
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