A client is scheduled for angioplasty. The client says to the nurse, “I’m so afraid that it will hurt and will make me worse off than I am.” Which response by the nurse is therapeutic?
1
“Can you tell me what you understand about the procedure?”
2
“Your fears are a sign that you really should have this procedure.”
3
“Those are very normal fears, but please be assured that everything will be okay.”
4
“Try not to worry. This is a well-known and easy procedure for the cardiologist.”