What should be the nurse's primary goal during the preinteraction ...

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What should be the nurse's primary goal during the preinteraction phase of the nurseclient relationship?
 
  A. To evaluate goal attainment and ensure therapeutic closure
  B. To establish trust and formulate a contract for intervention
  C. To explore self-perceptions
  D. To promote client change

Question 2

Which client response should a nurse expect during the working phase of the nurseclient relationship?
 
  A. The client gains insight and incorporates alternative behaviors.
  B. The client and nurse establish rapport and mutually develop treatment goals.
  C. The client explores feelings related to reentering the community.
  D. The client explores personal strengths and weaknesses that impact behaviors.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The nurse's primary goal of the preinteraction phase should be to explore self-perceptions. The nurse should be aware of how any preconceptions may affect his or her ability to care for individual clients. Another goal of the preinteraction phase is to obtain available client information.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The nurse should expect that the client would gain insight and incorporate alternative behaviors during the working phase of the nurseclient relationship. The client may also overcome resistance, problem-solve, and continually evaluate progress toward goals.

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