A patient with third-degree heart block asks whether they truly need a pacemaker. The physician has already recommended one. How should the nurse respond?
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A
Tell the patient to trust the physician's recommendation without further questions
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B
Reinforce education about the condition and encourage the patient to ask the physician clarifying questions
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C
Recommend the patient seek a second opinion from a different facility
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D
Provide a personal opinion about whether the pacemaker is necessary