ATI NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Practice Question
The nurse is caring for a client in the rehabilitation unit who is hearing impaired, is anxious, and has elevated blood pressure. The client enjoys pet therapy but is allergic to dogs and cats. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Option D is appropriate as providing a colorful fish in a small bowl offers a non-allergenic form of pet therapy that can soothe anxiety and elevate the client's mood without triggering allergies.
Option A is unsuitable since administering antihistamines does not address the underlying allergy to dogs and cats, which could still pose a risk during pet therapy.
Option B, while supportive, does not incorporate the therapeutic benefits of animal interaction that the client enjoys.
Option C, arranging for a radio, may provide entertainment but lacks the emotional and therapeutic benefits associated with live animal interaction.
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