Question
A client tells a nurse,"I do not think I can have the recommended heart surgery because transfusions are against my religion." What is the best response of the nurse in this situation?
Obtain all the information needed for the client to make an informed decision. Have the client sign a form stating refusal of the treatment. Prepare the client for a visit from the client's spiritual advisor. Tell the client that the surgery is necessary to keep them alive and is the only choice
Obtain all the information needed for the client to make an informed decision. Have the client sign a form stating refusal of the treatment. Prepare the client for a visit from the client's spiritual advisor. Tell the client that the surgery is necessary to keep them alive and is the only choice
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The best response for the nurse in this situation would be: **"Obtain all the information needed for the client to make an informed decision."**
This approach allows the nurse to provide the client with relevant information about the surgery, the implications of not having it, and possible alternatives to blood transfusions that may align with the client's religious beliefs. Engaging in an open dialogue respects the patient's values and autonomy, helping them make a fully informed decision about their healthcare. Additionally, it might be helpful to involve the client’s spiritual advisor if the client wishes, but the priority should be ensuring that the client has all the necessary information to understand their options.
This approach allows the nurse to provide the client with relevant information about the surgery, the implications of not having it, and possible alternatives to blood transfusions that may align with the client's religious beliefs. Engaging in an open dialogue respects the patient's values and autonomy, helping them make a fully informed decision about their healthcare. Additionally, it might be helpful to involve the client’s spiritual advisor if the client wishes, but the priority should be ensuring that the client has all the necessary information to understand their options.