A nurse was explaining a problem to the client so the client could mak

A nurse was explaining a problem to the client so the client could make an informed decision about alternative treatment approaches. The client responded, “The doctor will choose the best treatment.

Do whatever the doctor says.” Which of the following actions should be taken next by the nurse?
a.
Ask if the client would like to discuss the choices with her family
b.
Explain that the client has to decide, and wait for the client’s decision
c.
Explain that physicians cannot decide; perhaps the client could just flip a coin?
d.
Nothing; simply accept that some fatalistic-oriented clients literally do not know how to choose
e.
Suggest that the client discuss the situation with her ancestors and wait for guidance

ESSAYBID ANSWER

ANS: D
One of the three ways people are oriented is destiny, in which people must endure and accept whatever comes in a fatalistic, inevitable manner, as destiny cannot be changed. The other responses do not address the perspective of destiny that has been indicated by the client in the initial response.