Question

When interviewing a patient who reports that everything is "fine" the ambulatory care nurse notes that the patients pupils are dilated, the patient is sweating profusely and the patient frequently licks the lips. According to these observations the nurse likely concludes that the patient is:

1) actually fine
2) withholding information
3) experiencing a physical health problem
4) afraid of the nurse

Answer 1

The nurse would likely conclude that the patient is withholding information.

Step-by-step explanation:

Based on the observations mentioned, the nurse would likely conclude that the patient is withholding information. Dilated pupils, profuse sweating, and frequent lip licking can be signs of anxiety or stress. The patient's claim of everything being 'fine' contradicts these physical signs, suggesting that they may be hiding something.