When the preoperative patient tells the nurse that he cannot sleep because he keeps thinking about the surgery, an appropriate reflection of the statement by the nurse is
A) Sounds as if your surgery is a pretty scary procedure.
B) You have a great surgeon. You have nothing to worry about.
C) You shouldn't be nervous. We perform this procedure every day.
D) The thought of having surgery is keeping you awake.
Question 2
The nurse is talking with a patient who is thinking about obtaining a second opinion regarding the surgeon's recommendation for surgery. Which response by the nurse is considered an advocacy response?
A) You have one of the best surgeons in the area. I think it would be a waste of time to seek another opinion.
B) Your surgeon has always given you the best care and is genuinely concerned with your health.
C) You can do what you want, but I would get the surgery done as soon as possible.
D) Let us know if we can answer any further questions after you obtain your second opinion.
Critical thinking and delegation
A patient centered care approach
The patient's signature on the informed consent form indicates that the patient understands the
Example of a patient statement.
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