Question

A client is scheduled to have an elective mandibular osteotomy to correct a mandibular fracture sustained in an accident 6 months earlier. Which statement by the client indicates to the nurse that the client is having difficulty coping?

A) I'm ready to get this over with.

B) I'm somewhat afraid to have the surgery, but I feel OK about it.

C) I'll be glad to have my jaw fixed because my wife thinks I don't look like myself.

D) My wife will help me, but I don't think I'll need that much help.

Answer 1

The statement that indicates the client is having difficulty coping is option B) I'm somewhat afraid to have the surgery, but I feel OK about it.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement that indicates the client is having difficulty coping is option B) I'm somewhat afraid to have the surgery, but I feel OK about it. This statement suggests that the client is conflicted or uncertain about the surgery, which can be a sign of difficulty coping with the situation. The other options do not indicate the same level of emotional struggle or hesitation.