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SO00 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Which of the following behavioral skills should a nurse implement when leading a group that is functioning in the orientation phase of group development? (Select all that apply.)

1. Encourage members to provide feedback to each other about individual progress.
2. Ensure that group rules do not interfere with goal fulfillment.
3. Work with group members to establish rules that will govern the group.
4. Emphasize the need for and importance of confidentiality within the group.
5. Help the leader to resolve conflicts and foster cohesiveness within the group.

Question 2

An experienced psychiatric registered nurse has taken a new position leading groups in a day treatment program. Which group is this nurse most qualified to lead?

1. A psychodrama group
2. A psychotherapy group
3. A parenting group
4. A family therapy group

durant1234 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2, 3, 4
Rationale: During the orientation phase of group development, the nurse leader should work together with members to establish rules that will govern the group. The leader should ensure that group rules do not interfere with goal fulfillment and establish the need for and importance of confidentiality within the group. Members need to establish trust and cohesion in order to move into the working phase.

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale: A psychiatric registered nurse is qualified to lead a parenting group. A parenting group can be classified as either a teaching group or therapeutic group. Psychodrama, psychotherapy, and family therapy are forms of group therapy and must be lead by qualified leaders who generally have advanced degrees in psychology, social work, nursing, or medicine.