Mr. Franklin is speaking with you, the health care provider, about his respiratory problem. Mr. Franklin says, "I've had this co
ugh for 3 days, and it's getting worse." You reply, "Tell me more about your cough." Mr. Franklin states, "I wish I could tell you more. That's why I'm here. You tell me what's wrong!" Which caregiver response would be most appropriate for enhancing communication?
a. "After 3 days, you're tired of coughing. Have you had a fever?"
b. "I'd like to hear more about your experiences. Where were you born?"
c. "I don't know what's wrong. You could have almost any disease."
d. "I'll examine you and figure out later what the problem is."
After 3 days, you're tired of coughing. Have you had a fever?.
Explanation:
The respiratory problem might cause problem in breathing and includes asthma, allergies and chronic respiratory disease. The respiratory problem requires proper medication.
The cough problem also indicates the respiratory problem. The cough and mucus production makes the breathing problem worse. Mr. Franklin went to the doctor about his cough problem. The caregiver must ask whether he might have fever after coughing of the three days.
