A patient scheduled for an elective hysterectomy tells the nurse,"I am afraid that I will die in surgery like my mother did!" Which initial response by the nurse is appropriate?

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The patient's statement may indicate an unusually high anxiety level or a family history of problems such as malignant hyperthermia,which will require precautions during surgery. The other statements may also address the patient's concerns,but further assessment is needed first.

A Patient Scheduled for an Elective Hysterectomy Tells the Nurse,"I