Which remark by a patient would suggest that the treatment plan for a patient with AIDS has been successful in promoting decisional control?
a. I recognize that what I've lost, I will never be able to regain.
b. I've learned enough about my disease to be able to make informed decisions.
c. I'll be happy when my suffering comes to an end and I can join my partner.
d. I see no advantage in antiviral therapy. The side effects are worse than the symptoms of AIDS.
Question 2
The nurse is preparing to teach a patient who is newly diagnosed with diabetes about medications and blood testing. As the teaching occurs, the nurse knows that effective coping will depend to a great degree on the patient's:
a. Perceived self-efficacy
b. External locus of control
c. Religious belief systems
d. Number of significant others