A client recovering from surgery to place a permanent colostomy as treatment for colon cancer is concerned that her spouse will no longer find her sexually attractive.Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
A) "Tell me more about the concerns you are having."
B) "Would you like me to speak with your husband for you?"
C) "Do not worry about sex right now. It is more important to focus on recovery."
D) "I will refer you to a counselor to talk about your concerns."

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A) Since the client has expressed concern to the nurse regarding sexual functioning, the nurse should ask the client to expand upon why there are concerns. Although a referral may be needed for the client at some point, this is not the most appropriate response by the nurse. Telling the client not to worry about the concern and offering to speak to her spouse are not the most appropriate responses at this time.
B) Since the client has expressed concern to the nurse regarding sexual functioning, the nurse should ask the client to expand upon why there are concerns. Although a referral may be needed for the client at some point, this is not the most appropriate response by the nurse. Telling the client not to worry about the concern and offering to speak to her spouse are not the most appropriate responses at this time.
C) Since the client has expressed concern to the nurse regarding sexual functioning, the nurse should ask the client to expand upon why there are concerns. Although a referral may be needed for the client at some point, this is not the most appropriate response by the nurse. Telling the client not to worry about the concern and offering to speak to her spouse are not the most appropriate responses at this time.
D) Since the client has expressed concern to the nurse regarding sexual functioning, the nurse should ask the client to expand upon why there are concerns. Although a referral may be needed for the client at some point, this is not the most appropriate response by the nurse. Telling the client not to worry about the concern and offering to speak to her spouse are not the most appropriate responses at this time.

A Client Recovering from Surgery to Place a Permanent Colostomy