The nurse is caring for a client who is diagnosed with chlamydia and tells the nurse that she is very angry because her husband is her only sexual partner. Which of the following responses should the nurse make first?

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This response expresses the nurse's acceptance of the client's feelings and encourages further discussion and problem-solving. The client may need professional counselling, but more assessment of the client is needed before making this judgement. The nurse should also assess further before suggesting that the client share her feelings with the husband because problems such as abuse might be present in the relationship. Although it is important that both partners be treated, the client's current anger suggests that this is not the appropriate time to bring this up.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Diagnosed