A faculty member is reviewing a process recording with the student nurse.The student has been working with a patient who has had an amputation of the lower left leg and is emotionally fragile.Which of the following responses made by the student to the patient receives positive feedback from the faculty member?
A) "Why are you so upset today?"
B) "I'm sure that everything will be all right."
C) "You shouldn't cry. The wound will heal soon."
D) "It must be very difficult to have this happen to you."

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This response shows empathy and validation of the patient's emotions, which is an important aspect of patient-centered care. Options A, B, and C may come across as dismissive or insensitive to the patient's feelings.

A Faculty Member Is Reviewing a Process Recording with the Student