Question

A patient who is being treated for seizures tells the nurse, "I was reluctant to begin treatment because I was scared of taking tests and medicines. But I feel better now that I'm here." What does the nurse conclude about this patient?

A) Fear of side effects
B) Anxiety about the diagnosis
C) Lack of understanding
D) Acceptance of treatment

Answer 1

The nurse can conclude that the patient has demonstrated acceptance of treatment, reflecting a positive adjustment and trust in the healthcare they are receiving after initial reluctance.

Step-by-step explanation:

When a patient being treated for seizures expresses that they were initially scared of tests and medications but now feels better after starting treatment, the nurse can conclude this indicates acceptance of treatment. The patient's initial fear and reluctance were overcome by their current sense of improved wellbeing, which reflects a positive adjustment to the treatment process and a trust in the health care they are receiving, rather than fear of side effects, anxiety about the diagnosis, or lack of understanding.