The nurse is caring for a client who is 3 days post myocardial infarction and the client states, "I just had a little chest pain. As soon as I get out of here, I'm going for my vacation as planned." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

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When the client is experiencing denial, the nurse should assist the client in testing reality until the client has progressed beyond this step of the emotional adjustment to MI. Asking the client about vacation plans reinforces the client's plan, which is not appropriate in the immediate post-MI period. Reminding the client in denial about the MI is likely to make the client angry and lead to distrust of the nursing staff.

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