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Practice Question

A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus. The client states they will never be able to follow the prescribed diet. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

Answer Choices:

Correct Answer:

"Lets see what foods you like that we can include in your new diet"

Rationale:

🗣️This response uses therapeutic communication by exploring client preferences and promoting collaboration.

🤝It supports autonomy and self-efficacy, tailoring education to the client’s readiness to change.

🚫Statements like “Most people get used to it quickly” or “You’ll feel better” are false reassurance and minimize concerns.

⚠️Blaming language (“Your old diet caused your diabetes”) is nontherapeutic and can damage rapport.

📌Core Message

Effective counseling for a new diabetes diagnosis emphasizes client-centered, collaborative exploration of preferred foods while avoiding false reassurance and blame.

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  • Category: RN Nursing Exams
  • Subcategory: ATI Exams (RN)
  • Domain: PHARMACOLOGY (RN ati)
  • Answer Choices: 4
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