The Nurse Is Collecting Data from Patients in a Primary

Multiple Choice

The nurse is collecting data from patients in a primary care setting as part of a research study on grieving and coping skills. The nurse notes that a patient becomes visibly upset after relating that his son was recently killed in an automobile accident. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate for the nurse to take when the patient states he does not want to talk further about it?

A) Sympathize and explain how his answers will help many others.
B) Weigh the potential greater good for a greater number of people and continue.
C) Support the patient receiving care by ceasing further questioning.
D) Consider the primary duty to advance nursing knowledge and continue questioning after a brief break.