Asked by Matthew Forsman on Sep 27, 2024
When making rounds, the nurse finds a patient who is not able to sleep because of surgery in the morning. Which therapeutic response is most appropriate?
A) "You will be okay. Your surgeon will talk to you in the morning."
B) "Why can't you sleep? You have the best surgeon in the hospital."
C) "Don't worry. The surgeon ordered a sleeping pill to help you sleep."
D) "It must be difficult not to know what the surgeon will find. What can I do to help?"
Therapeutic Response
The body's reaction to a treatment, indicating whether the treatment is effective in managing or curing a condition.
Surgery
A medical procedure involving the incision or manipulation of tissues to repair damage, remove disease, or improve bodily functions.
Surgeon
A medical specialist who performs surgical operations aimed at treating diseases, injuries, or deformities.
- Implement therapeutic communication techniques to support patient needs.
Learning Objectives
- Implement therapeutic communication techniques to support patient needs.