Psychosocial Integrity Practice Question

Question

The nurse is caring for a family caregiver and is focused on body image scenario 6. Which nursing action is most appropriate?

Answer choices

1. A. Delay assessment until the next scheduled round if the client is not calling for help.
2. B. Delegate the clinical assessment and nursing judgment to assistive personnel.
3. C. Encourage expression and adaptation after illness, surgery, or trauma.
4. D. Document the concern without notifying the appropriate provider or care team member when escalation is needed.

Correct Answer

C. Encourage expression and adaptation after illness, surgery, or trauma.

Explanation

The priority action for body image is to encourage expression and adaptation after illness, surgery, or trauma. NCLEX-style prioritization favors safety, assessment, appropriate delegation, timely escalation, and client-centered teaching.

Question details

• Difficulty: medium
• Domain: Psychosocial Integrity
• Objective: body image

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