NCLEX PN Practice Tests Practice Question

The nurse in the outpatient care facility is caring for a client with metastatic lung cancer who received chemotherapy 3 days ago. The client states, 'I have decided that I do not want to continue treatment.' Which of the following responses would be appropriate for the nurse to make?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Acknowledging the decision's difficulty and notifying the provider respects autonomy and ensures follow-up. Other responses judge, guilt, or deflect the client's choice.

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