Which of the following statements, if made by a male cancer patient with hair loss secondary to chemotherapy, indicates the goal for new coping patterns is being met?
a. I think I’ll get some new barrettes for my hair
b. I washed my wig today
c. I asked my mom to bring my shampoo
d. I’m thinking about changing my hair color
Answer B. One of the two indicators that the goal for implementing new coping patterns has been met is a willingness and ability to resume self-care responsibilities. Statement B shows that the client is taking care of their wig, a new self-care responsibility.
a. I think I’ll get some new barrettes for my hair
b. I washed my wig today
c. I asked my mom to bring my shampoo
d. I’m thinking about changing my hair color
Answer B. One of the two indicators that the goal for implementing new coping patterns has been met is a willingness and ability to resume self-care responsibilities. Statement B shows that the client is taking care of their wig, a new self-care responsibility.
