Question

Donald and Pamela have been at Darla's bedside since she was admitted to the hospital. Donald asks to speak to the nurse outside in the hall. He tells the nurse that Pamela is telling everyone that Darla is going to be fine and that there has just been a mistake and everything will be all right as long as they pray. What action should the RN take first?

A) Speak to Pamela to assess her understanding of the situation.
B) Request a meeting with both Donald and Pamela to discuss concerns.
C) Inform the physician about the family's conversation.
D) Provide emotional support to Donald and discuss the medical situation.

Answer 1

The RN should speak to Pamela to assess her understanding of the situation. Hence the correct answer is option A

Step-by-step explanation:

The action that the RN should take first in this situation is A) Speak to Pamela to assess her understanding of the situation. By speaking to Pamela, the nurse can gather more information about her beliefs and concerns regarding Darla's condition and address any misconceptions she may have. It is important to provide accurate medical information to the family and alleviate any anxiety or confusion they may be experiencing.