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When a patient admitted for terminal care is asked by the admitting nurse,What has your doctor told you about your illness? the patient states,"She says that I have a terminal illness, but I know she's wrong. The nurse recognizes that:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Answer B is correct because the patient's statement indicates denial of the terminal diagnosis given by the doctor. Denial is a common defense mechanism used to cope with overwhelming emotions and difficult situations. The patient's refusal to accept the reality of the illness is a psychological response to protect themselves from the distressing information. The nurse should acknowledge the patient's denial with compassion and sensitivity, while also gently encouraging open communication and providing support for the patient to process the diagnosis in their own time.


Choice A is incorrect because the patient's statement does not imply that the doctor did not disclose the terminal illness.
Choice C is incorrect as it assumes the patient needs to be confronted with the reality of the diagnosis immediately.
Choice D is incorrect as avoiding conversation about the illness may hinder the patient's ability to address their emotions and fears.

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