When a patient states, "My son hasn't been to see me in months," the nurse's best verbal response is:
“Don't worry, I'm sure your son will visit."
"Your son hasn't been around much lately?"
"My son doesn't come to visit me either."
"How terrible that he doesn't visit you."
The Correct Answer is B
A. "Don't worry, I'm sure your son will visit."
This response is dismissive and assumes that the son will visit, which may not be the case. It may come across as insensitive.
B. "Your son hasn't been around much lately?"
This response reflects the patient's statement, encouraging them to elaborate. It shows empathy and gives the patient space to express their feelings.
C. "My son doesn't come to visit me either."
This response shifts focus away from the patient and may make them feel that their concern is trivialized.
D. "How terrible that he doesn't visit you."
This response is judgmental and might make the patient feel worse or lead them to think the nurse disapproves of their son.
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