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A 20-year-old male client had a diving accident with subsequent paraplegia. He says to the nurse, "No woman will ever want to marry me now." Which of the following responses by the nurse is most therapeutic?
A. "Don’t worry. Maybe you’ll meet a paraplegic woman."
B. "There is someone for everyone in this world."
C. "You are still an attractive man, even though you can’t walk."
D. "Tell me more about your feelings on this issue."
Correct Answer: D
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
This response is the most therapeutic because it allows the client to discuss his anxieties and fears with the nurse. The other responses do not allow for such a dialogue, so they are not as therapeutic.Reduction of Risk Potential
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