ATI PN Fundamentals 2020 NGN Exam 1
ATI PN Fundamentals 2020 NGN Exam 1 ( 51 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for surgery the following day. During the night, the client is unable to sleep and is restless. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Telling the client that "It must be difficult facing this type of surgery" acknowledges the client's emotions but does not address the issue of restlessness and difficulty sleeping. The nurse should focus on addressing the client's immediate concern.
Mentioning that "Other clients who have had this surgery have done just fine" might minimize the client's feelings but does not provide a solution to the current problem of restlessness and difficulty sleeping. It also fails to acknowledge the individuality of the client's experience.
Stating that "This facility is known for providing excellent care for people who need this type of surgery" is positive, but it does not directly address the client's current issue of restlessness and difficulty sleeping. The client needs a practical solution to their immediate problem.
The nurse should choose choice D because it directly addresses the client's inability to sleep and offers a potential solution. Offering a sleeping pill shows that the nurse is responsive to the client's needs and is willing to take action to improve their comfort. However, it's important to consider the client's medical history and any contraindications before administering medication.
The correct answer is choice D: "I can request a sleeping pill if you think that will help."
Choice A rationale:
Telling the client that "It must be difficult facing this type of surgery" acknowledges the client's emotions but does not address the issue of restlessness and difficulty sleeping. The nurse should focus on addressing the client's immediate concern.
Choice B rationale:
Mentioning that "Other clients who have had this surgery have done just fine" might minimize the client's feelings but does not provide a solution to the current problem of restlessness and difficulty sleeping. It also fails to acknowledge the individuality of the client's experience.
Choice C rationale:
Stating that "This facility is known for providing excellent care for people who need this type of surgery" is positive, but it does not directly address the client's current issue of restlessness and difficulty sleeping. The client needs a practical solution to their immediate problem.
Choice D rationale:
The nurse should choose choice D because it directly addresses the client's inability to sleep and offers a potential solution. Offering a sleeping pill shows that the nurse is responsive to the client's needs and is willing to take action to improve their comfort. However, it's important to consider the client's medical history and any contraindications before administering medication.