Question

A nurse is caring for a client who recently signed an informed consent form to donate a kidney to her sibling who has end-stage kidney disease. The donor states to the nurse, I don't want my brother to die, but what if I need this kidney one day? Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

a. You should have thought about that before signing the consent form.
b. It's natural to have concerns, let's talk about your fears and expectations.
c. Don't worry, medical advances make living with one kidney perfectly fine.
d. You can always change your mind and back out of the donation.

Answer 1

The nurse should respond with option b. It's natural to have concerns, let's talk about your fears and expectations.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse should respond with option b. It's natural to have concerns, let's talk about your fears and expectations.

The nurse should acknowledge the donor's concerns and provide an opportunity for her to express her fears and expectations. This shows empathy and support for the donor's emotions. It also allows the nurse to address any misconceptions and provide accurate information about the safety and effectiveness of living with one kidney.

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