The nurse is caring for a client who has just had a modified radical mastectomy with immediate reconstruction. She’s in her 30s and has two young children. Although she’s worried about her future, she seems to be adjusting well to her diagnosis. What should the nurse do to support her coping ？（）
A．Tell the client’s spouse or partner to be supportive while she recovers.
B．Encourage the client to proceed with the next phase of treatment.
C．Recommend that the client remain cheerful for the sake of her children.
D．Refer the client to the American Cancer Society’s Reach for Recovery program or another support program.
参考答案：D
解析：
The client isn’t withdrawn or showing other signs of anxiety or depression. Therefore, the nurse can probably safely approach her about talking with others who have had similar experiences, either through Reach for Recovery or another formal support group. The nurse may educate the client’s spouse or partner to listen for concerns, but the nurse shouldn’t tell the client’s spouse what to do. The client must consult with her physician and make her own decisions about further treatment. The client needs to express her sadness, frustration, and fear. She can’t be expected to be cheerful at all times.