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Following a transplant, a patient reports changes in appetite, sleep patterns, and difficulty concentrating. The nurse anticipates the need to complete a:
a. Borg 10 Point Scale.
b. Distress Thermometer Scale.
c. Likert Scale.
d. Visual Analog Scale.
Answer
b. Distress Thermometer Scale
Rationale:
The Distress Thermometer is a tool used to measure the patient's level of distress.
Reference:
Bush, N.J., & Gorman, L.M. (2018). Psychosocial nursing care along the cancer continuum. (3rd ed.). Pittsburgh, PA: Oncology Nursing Society. p. 328.