A client with chronic kidney disease states,"I feel chained to the hemodialysis machine." What is the nurse's best response to the client's statement?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The nurse needs to explore the client's feelings in order to help the client cope and enter a phase of acceptance or resignation.It is common for clients to be discouraged because of the dependency of the treatment,especially during the first year.Referrals to a mental health provider or social services are possibilities,but only after exploring the client's feelings first.Telling the client his or her feelings will go away is dismissive of the client's concerns.

A Client with Chronic Kidney Disease States,"I Feel Chained to the Hemodialysis