A nurse is discussing treatment options with a client. The client states, "I'm not really sure what to do." Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
"Your provider knows best how to treat your condition.
"If I were you, I would talk with my family."
"Don't worry, you'll make the right decision."
"I can provide you with some additional resources."
The Correct Answer is D
A. While providers have expertise, this statement does not support the client's autonomy or encourage informed decision-making.
B. Suggesting the client talk with family can be helpful, but it still shifts decision-making away from the client’s own preferences.
C. Offering reassurance without information does not support the client’s decision-making process.
D. Providing additional resources empowers the client to make an informed decision and supports autonomy, which is essential in client-centered care.
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A.Managing a client with new chest pain and continuous cardiac monitoring requires specialized knowledge in cardiac care, which a labor and delivery nurse may lack.
B.Managing diabetic ketoacidosis with continuous IV insulin infusion requires critical care skills that may exceed the float nurse’s experience.
C.Care for a recent tracheostomy patient requires advanced airway management skills.
D.A client 1 hour postoperative following a hysterectomy is stable surgical care appropriate for a nurse from labor and delivery with medical-surgical experience.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A.Ensuring clients are informed about treatment options relates to the principle of informed consent, not HIPAA.
B. HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) establishes rules to safeguard the privacy and security of clients' health information by limiting access to those who are authorized and have a legitimate need to know.
C.Client information cannotbe shared with family members unless the client gives explicit permission or it’s legally justified (e.g., the client is incapacitated and a legal proxy is in place).
D.The right to refuse treatment is a separate ethical and legal concept related to autonomy, not specifically HIPAA.
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