A male client is scheduled to be fitted with a prosthesis following the loss of his nondominant hand in a farm accident several weeks earlier. Nurses have documented the following outcome during this stage of his care: "After attending an educational session, client will demonstrate correct technique for applying his prosthesis." Which of this client's following statements would signal a need to amend this outcome?
A) "I'm not interested one bit in wearing an artificial hand."
B) "I'm worried that I'm going to get some really strange looks when I wear this thing."
C) "I don't have a clue how this thing goes on and comes off."
D) "I don't understand the technology that's used in this artificial hand."

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The outcome is focused on the client demonstrating correct technique for applying his prosthesis, but if the client expresses that he is not interested in wearing an artificial hand at all, it may be necessary to revise the outcome to address his concerns and preferences. The other options may still require education and support to help the client feel more comfortable and confident in using the prosthesis.

A Male Client Is Scheduled to Be Fitted with a Prosthesis