NCLEX Question of the Day

December 17, 2025

Psychosocial Integrity QID 735

How should a nurse respond to a patient who is experiencing anxiety about an upcoming invasive procedure and requests detailed information about every possible complication?

A:
Provide exhaustive details about every possible complication, regardless of their rarity.
B:
Provide honest, clear information about common complications and ensure the patient understands the overall risk profile, while also addressing their anxiety.
C:
Redirect the conversation away from complications to more general aspects of the procedure.
D:
Discourage the patient from focusing on complications to avoid increasing their anxiety.

Explanation

It's important to provide honest and clear information about common complications and the overall risk profile, balancing the need for information with the need to manage anxiety effectively.

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