Question # 26

A nurse practitioner is part of a team caring for a critically ill patient in the ICU. The patient's family is becoming increasingly anxious and asking for frequent updates. What is the most effective way for the nurse practitioner to manage this situation?

Options:

A.

Provide regular, honest updates about the patient's condition and prognosis

B.

Tell the family that the patient is doing well, even if their condition is uncertain

C.

Avoid talking to the family until the patient’s condition stabilizes

D.

Refer the family to the attending physician for all future updates

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