Question

a nurse is caring for a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus and is resistant to learning self - injection of insulin. which of the following statements should the nurse make? \tell me what i can do to help you overcome your fear of giving yourself injections.\ \i am sure your provider will not be pleased that you refuse to give yourself insulin injections.\ \its okay. im sure your partner will be able to learn how to give you the insulin injections.\ \you wont be able to go home unless you learn to give yourself insulin injections.\

Explanation:

The first statement shows empathy and a willingness to help the client overcome their fear, which is a therapeutic communication approach. The second statement is judgment - al and may increase the client's anxiety. The third statement shifts the responsibility away from the client without addressing their resistance. The fourth statement is a form of coercion.

Answer:

"Tell me what I can do to help you overcome your fear of giving yourself injections."