RN Exam Practice
Psychosocial IntegrityQuestion 1331 of 2368

A client with chronic pelvic pain tells the nurse they feel hopeless and anxious. Which nursing action is most appropriate?

  1. Explain that depression is rare with chronic pelvic pain
  2. Reassure the client that the pain is likely psychological
  3. Advise the client to avoid all activity until the pain resolves
  4. Encourage counseling and support groups
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Correct answer: Encourage counseling and support groups

Many clients with chronic pelvic pain have moderate to severe depression and anxiety. Counseling and support groups help with the psychological impact.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Reproductive System Alterations: Chronic Pelvic Pain. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Psychosocial Integrity"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026