A patient with a chronic illness asks the nurse if the new medication is going to cure his disease. Which of the following is the nurse's best response?

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The nurse should be honest and provide accurate information. It is not appropriate to give false hope or make promises that cannot be kept. The nurse should explain that the new medication will help manage symptoms and improve the patient's quality of life, but it is unlikely to cure the disease.

A Patient with a Chronic Illness Asks the Nurse If