Yesterday a 28-year-old client was diagnosed with rectal cancer. The nurse has made the nursing diagnosis of Anxiety Related to Fear of the Unknown, as manifested by anger. The best approach for the nurse to take in relation to the client's need for information is to
A) offer suggestions to modify the client's expressions of anger.
B) provide the client with a detailed plan for future interventions.
C) provide the client with simple explanations of proposed treatments.
D) specifically discuss the scientific facts related to rectal cancer.

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Informational needs are very high during the diagnostic and treatment periods. Tests, procedures, and treatment, which are often very technical and complicated, need to be explained. During this time of anxiety and stress, the simplest explanation is usually the most appropriate and is all that the client can assimilate. But be sure to incorporate all the details the client and family wants.

Yesterday a 28-Year-Old Client Was Diagnosed with Rectal Cancer