A woman who is to have surgery tomorrow denies any fears or worries about the upcoming surgery. However, she talks incessantly about trivial matters and is constantly rearranging the items on her bedside stand. What is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take?
ExplanationThe nurse should open communication with this client who is exhibiting anxious behavior. The nurse never assumes and should not probe deeply. Listening is appropriate, but trivial means unimportant.