A Client Who Is in for Coronary Artery Bypass Gastric

Multiple Choice

A client who is in for coronary artery bypass gastric surgery expresses his fears to the nurse about the surgery. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate?

A) "Don't be afraid. The surgeon is one of the best in this facility."
B) "It's normal to feel nervous. Every patient feels that way before surgery."
C) "Would you like to tell me what you were told about the surgery?"
D) "I'll explain every important detail about the procedure."