Asked by Alyssa Allison on May 05, 2024
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The nurse is caring for a patient with a wound.The patient appears anxious as the nurse is preparing to change the dressing.What should the nurse do to decrease the patient's anxiety?
A) Tell the patient to close his eyes.
B) Explain the procedure.
C) Turn on the television.
D) Ask the family to leave the room.
Decrease Anxiety
The process or interventions aimed at reducing feelings of worry, nervousness, or unease typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.
Changing Dressing
The process of removing old wound coverings and applying new ones to promote healing and prevent infection.
Appears Anxious
Exhibiting signs or symptoms of anxiety, which may include restlessness, increased heart rate, or nervous behaviors.
- Understand the psychosocial effects of persistent wounds on patients and suitable responses in nursing care.
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Zybrea KnightMay 10, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Explaining the procedure educates the patient regarding the dressing change and involves him in his care,thereby allowing the patient some control in decreasing anxiety.Telling the patient to close his eyes and turning on the television are distractions that do not usually decrease a patient's anxiety.If the family is a support system,asking support systems to leave the room can actually increase a patient's anxiety.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the psychosocial effects of persistent wounds on patients and suitable responses in nursing care.