A 56-year-old executive meets with the nurse for education about recently diagnosed atrial fibrillation. He verbalizes concerns about the time he will spend away from his work, and that he is not sure it is necessary to have blood tests every week. He feels it is a waste of time when he does not have any symptoms. Which is the best motivational statement by the nurse for this client?
a) Your symptoms may worsen if you don't adhere to the treatment plan.
b) Regular blood tests are essential for monitoring your condition and preventing complications.
c) Your work is important, but so is your health. Let's find a way to manage both effectively.
d) It's normal to feel uncertain, but following the treatment plan will help maintain your health.