A Patient Is Having Trouble Making a Decision as to Whether

Multiple Choice

A patient is having trouble making a decision as to whether they should call their family after the surgery. Which of the following is a true statement about giving an opinion while communicating with others?

A) Giving an opinion differs from making suggestions in that suggestions are made to give patients choices.
B) Giving an opinion helps the client to make a decision during a time that may otherwise be very difficult.
C) Giving an opinion instills the patient's confidence in the nurse that they know how to do their job.
D) Giving an opinion promotes autonomy in the client as they listen to what the nurse has to say.