NURS 3100 Exam 1 Practice

How should a nurse respond to a client who mistakenly believes that a clinical trial medication will cure their cancer?

1. Has anyone explained this research trial to you?

2. Let me explain how this medication works

3. So am I, this research has been intense

4. Who told you the medication would cure your cancer?

The correct answer is: Has anyone explained this research trial to you?

It is important for a nurse to first ensure that the client understands the nature of the clinical trial and the potential outcomes. Option A is the best choice because it allows the nurse to address the client's mistaken belief in a non-judgmental way and assess their understanding of the research trial. Option B may be seen as dismissive and does not address the client's belief. Option C is unrelated and does not address the client's belief or provide any information. Option D is confrontational and may make the client feel defensive.