Question

The nurse has documented the problem of body image distortion for a client with a diagnosis of Cushing's syndrome. The nurse identifies nursing interventions related to this problem and includes these interventions in the plan of care. Which nursing intervention is inappropriate?

A. Encourage the client's expression of feelings
B. Assess the client's understanding of the disease process
C. Encourage family members to share their feelings about the disease process
D. Encourage the client to recognize that the body changes need to be dealt with

Answer 1

The inappropriate nursing intervention for a client with body image distortion due to Cushing's syndrome is to encourage family members to share their feelings about the disease process.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nursing intervention that is inappropriate for a client with body image distortion due to Cushing's syndrome is C. Encourage family members to share their feelings about the disease process.

While it is important to provide emotional support to the client and encourage their expression of feelings (A), assess their understanding of the disease process (B), and help them recognize the need to deal with body changes (D), involving family members in sharing their feelings may not be appropriate. The focus should be on the client's own feelings and experiences, rather than involving family members in discussions about the disease process.