An Older Male Adult Who Had Radical Surgery for Oral

Multiple Choice

An older male adult who had radical surgery for oral cancer is refusing to see visitors and is losing weight, despite aggressive nutrition therapy. The nurse assesses this older adult and recognizes that he is not coping well and appears to be grieving. What is the most important patient outcome, in light of this nursing assessment?

A) The patient discusses how his coping mechanisms are overwhelmed.
B) The patient performs self-feedings through gastrostomy tube daily.
C) The patient uses nonverbal forms of communication effectively.
D) The patient exhibits self-confidence in regaining a sense of control.