Mandibular fractures are highly associated with assault as the MOI.The goals of operative intervention are to reduce and immobilize the fracture,prevent infection,and restore facial cosmesis and function.What might be an appropriate nursing action and a nursing outcome statement for a patient with a mandibular fracture caused by assault?

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Interventions appropriate to the nursing diagnosis Anxiety and Fear (patient and family)related to unpredictable nature of condition include monitoring the patient's anxiety.Facilitating the family's presence,reassuring the patient by touch and explaining what to expect.The planned outcome is that the patient and family will experience decreasing anxiety and fear,as evidenced by orientation to surroundings,ability to verbalize concerns and ask questions of the healthcare team,decreased fear-related behaviors (e.g.,crying,agitation),and use of effective coping skills.

Mandibular Fractures Are Highly Associated with Assault as the MOI