A patient asks whether a new treatment may cause nausea, but the nurse does not know the answer. Which response best demonstrates professional integrity?
Correct answer: C. State that the answer is unknown and obtain reliable information
- A. Say that the treatment has no important side effects
- B. Tell the patient to ask another patient who received it
- C. State that the answer is unknown and obtain reliable information
- D. Avoid answering because discussing side effects may cause fear
Explanation
The nurse should be honest about limitations and obtain accurate information from a reliable source. Guessing, giving false reassurance, or avoiding the question undermines veracity and informed decision-making.
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