A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic constipation. Which of the following actions should the nurse recommend to the client?

Choice A Reason:
"Your doctor has an excellent reputation for being honest with clients." This response is incorrect. While intending to provide reassurance, this statement may come across as dismissive of the client's feelings and might not address their immediate concern.

Choice B Reason:
"Why do you think the doctor is lying?" This response is incorrect. This response might come off as confrontational or defensive. It could potentially escalate the client's emotions and not effectively address their feelings of being misled.

Choice C Reason:
"You feel as if the doctor hasn't been honest with you?" This response acknowledges the client's emotions and concerns without making assumptions about the doctor's actions. It demonstrates empathy and allows the client to express their feelings and concerns further.

Choice D Reason:
"I am certain the doctor would not lie to you." This response might be perceived as dismissive or invalidating of the client's feelings and beliefs, as it asserts the nurse's certainty without fully understanding the client's perspective.

A. Devout practitioners of Buddhism prefer a ritual bath prior to burial.
Explanation: In Buddhism, the funeral customs can vary widely depending on the cultural and regional practices. Some Buddhists may prefer cremation, while others may choose burial. There isn't a strict requirement for a ritual bath, and practices can differ.

B. Devout practitioners of Judaism prefer to be buried 5 days after death.
Explanation: In Judaism, there is a tradition of burying the deceased as soon as possible, ideally within 24 hours. Waiting for 5 days is not consistent with Jewish burial practices.

C. Devout practitioners of Hinduism prefer to be buried after death and not cremated.
Explanation: In Hinduism, cremation is a common practice. Hindus believe in the cycle of reincarnation, and cremation is seen as a way to release the soul from the body. Burial is not a typical practice in Hinduism.

D. Devout practitioners of Islam prefer to have their heads turned toward Mecca at death.
Explanation: In Islam, it is a common practice to bury the deceased with their right side facing the Qiblah, which is the direction of the Kaaba in Mecca. This is part of the Islamic funeral rites.