Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client with a new diagnosis of acute kidney injury. The client states, "This is going to mess my life up." Which of the following is the best response by the nurse to assist the client to begin to understand the impact of this disease?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
"Clients with this disease typically have concerns with finances, treatment and adjusting to a new normal.
Rationale:
⚫This response promotes therapeutic communication by validating the client’s concerns while introducing the emotional and practical aspects of living with acute kidney injury (AKI).
⚫It encourages patient reflection, establishes empathy, and opens the door to further education and planning.
⚫Unlike dismissive or false reassurance, this answer fosters psychological readiness for health behavior changes and self-management.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Fundamentals of Nursing
- Answer Choices: 4
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