Question

A single mother of 2 teenagers, ages 16 & 18, was just told that she has advanced cancer. She is devastated by the news, & expresses her concern about who will care for her children. Which statement by the nurse is likely to be most helpful at this time?

A - "Your children are old enough to help you make decisions about their futures."
B - "The social worker can tell you about placement alternatives for your children."
C - "Tell me what you would like to see happen with your children in the future."
D - "You have just received bad news, & you need some time to adjust to it."

Answer 1

The nurse's response that is likely to be most helpful is to ask the mother about her wishes for her children's future.

option C

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse's response that is likely to be most helpful at this time is option C - "Tell me what you would like to see happen with your children in the future." By asking this question, the nurse is showing empathy and giving the mother an opportunity to express her concerns and wishes for her children's future. This allows the nurse to understand the mother's needs and provide appropriate support and resources to help her in making arrangements for her children.