Medical surgical Nursing Cases and Answers

Medical surgical Nursing Cases and Answers A 24-year-old female client diagnosed with a human papillomavirus infection (HPV) is angry at her ex-boyfriend and says she is not going to tell him that he is infected. What response is best for the nurse to provide? A. "Because there is no cure for this disease, telling him is of no benefit to him or you" B. "Even though you are angry, he should be told, so he can take precaution to prevent the spread of infection" C. "You do not have to tell him because this is not a reportable disease" D. "You should tell him, so he can feel as guilty and miserable as you do now, knowing that you have this disease" - CORRECT ANSWER-B. "Even though you are angry, he should be told, so he can take precaution to prevent the spread of infection" Anger is a common emotional reaction when confronted with the diagnosis of an STI, and often lay blame and project this anger at the sexual partner. Although HPV is not a reportable disease in many states, all contacts should be informed of the infection, treatment, transmission, and precautions to minimize infecting others. A 48-year-old client with endometrial cancer is being discharged after a total hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy. Which client statement indicates that further teaching is needed? A. "I have asked my daughter to stay with me next week after I am discharged"