A patient who is diagnosed with primary atypical pneumonia tells the nurse that he "doesn't feel too sick." The nurse's best response is which of the following?

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The best response is to provide accurate information about the nature of the illness. Primary atypical pneumonia is typically mild in its effects, so the nurse can reassure the patient that this is likely the reason why he doesn't feel very sick. Option A is dismissive and Option B isn't helpful. Option C makes an assumption about the patient's condition and is not entirely accurate.

A Patient Who Is Diagnosed with Primary Atypical Pneumonia Tells