A nurse is caring for a client who is to begin chemotherapy. The client asks the nurse about managing hair loss. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

A. Discarding worksheets containing client information in a wastebasket does not ensure proper disposal of confidential information and could compromise confidentiality.
B. Writing a client's diagnosis on the message board in the client's room could breach confidentiality, as it could potentially be seen by unauthorized individuals.
C. This action protects client confidentiality because it involves discussing sensitive information in a private setting where unauthorized individuals are less likely to overhear. This is an appropriate method of communicating client information during a handoff.
D. While sharing relevant information with personnel directly involved in the client's care is generally acceptable, it must still be done in a manner that safeguards confidentiality.

The correct answer is Choice D.

Choice A rationale: It’s normal for a 4-year-old child to ask the same questions repeatedly. This is a part of their learning process as they are trying to understand the world around them. They often ask the same questions to reassure themselves about the consistency and predictability of the world. However, this is not a priority issue compared to the other options.

Choice B rationale: While it’s important for children to have a balanced diet, including green vegetables, it’s also common for children to be picky eaters. Parents can introduce new foods gradually and make meal times fun to encourage children to eat a variety of foods. However, this is not a priority issue compared to the other options.

Choice C rationale: Bedwetting is common in children and can be a part of their development. Most children outgrow bedwetting by the time they start school. However, if the child is stressed or has a medical condition, it could lead to bedwetting. While this could be a concern, it’s not the priority issue in this scenario.

Choice D rationale: A change in behavior, such as becoming withdrawn, can be a sign of emotional distress in a child. This could be due to a variety of reasons, including changes in their environment like switching day care providers. This is the priority for the nurse to address as it could indicate that the child is having difficulty adjusting to the new day care, which could impact their emotional well-being.