Problem:
Client had a suspicious area of the skin biopsied and sent to the lab for analysis. The client states "I am worried that the pathology report will indicate cancer." Which response would the nurse initiate to assist the client in reducing their anxiety? Need Online Tutoring?
1. "You are anxious about the pathology report?"
2. "Would you like me to recommend a movie for you to watch?"
3. "I will notify your daughter that you are concerned about the pathology report."
4. "Have you tried taking long, slow deep breaths and not thinking negative thoughts?"