The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has Just

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient who has just had a mastectomy (breast removal) . The patient expresses concern that her husband will no longer find her attractive because of her mastectomy. The nurse appropriately responds:

A) "You're concerned your husband will find you unattractive because of your mastectomy?"
B) "You're a beautiful woman; of course your husband will find you attractive after your mastectomy."
C) "Don't worry; when I had my mastectomy, my husband still found me very attractive."
D) "You should leave your husband immediately if he thinks you're unattractive after a mastectomy."