A client with advanced heart disease says, "I read about a new drug that was just released. Do you think my doctor could get it for me?" What should the nurse include in discussion with the client? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

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It is appropriate to discuss the new drug with the physician and to acknowledge that decisions about drug use are based on many different factors, including the patient's individual situation and the drug's safety and effectiveness. It is incorrect to state that the drug is automatically dangerous because it is new, or that its use is limited to only those who can afford it. It is also inappropriate to make a blanket statement about the expectations of people who are very sick.

A Client with Advanced Heart Disease Says, "I Read About