The patient voices feeling very stressed regarding her immune deficiency diagnosis and the care regimen.Which response by the nurse is most beneficial in addressing the patient's stress?

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Although light exercise and relaxation techniques may be helpful in reducing stress,the nurse should first address concerns and provide information about the disorder.Providing necessary information is a major stress reducer.Stating only that the nurse "can't imagine how you feel" provides no therapeutic value,and medications are not a first-line treatment for stress.

The Patient Voices Feeling Very Stressed Regarding Her Immune Deficiency