A patient who is newly diagnosed with short bowel syndrome asks, "Now what do I need to do? I'm so tired of being sick." How should the nurse respond to this patient?

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From the patient's statement, it is clear that the patient is seeking guidance and reassurance. Option A may further demotivate the patient, option C may unnecessarily frighten the patient, and option D reinforces the negative outlook. Option B, on the other hand, gives a positive outlook and indicates that the patient may not require any major intervention.

A Patient Who Is Newly Diagnosed with Short Bowel Syndrome