Author Question: The nurse is in the orientation phase of the nurseclient relationship with the client. Which of the ... (Read 72 times)

Jramos095 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The nurse is in the orientation phase of the nurseclient relationship with the client. Which of the following questions would the nurse commonly ask in this phase?

1. Which of your behaviors cause you the most problems in relationships with others?
2. What would you like to accomplish in the time we spend together?
3. What is the most satisfying accomplishment you feel you have made in your relationships with others?
4. How would you describe your relationships with members of your family?

Question 2

A client is newly diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. To support this client, who is struggling to accept the diagnosis, the nurse would:

1. Actively listen to the client and provide support.
2. Discourage the use of psychometric tests.
3. Flood the client with stressful stimuli.
4. Assess for secondary gain to confront the client.

Sassygurl126 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: Asking the client to identify specific accomplishments to achieve in the therapeutic relationship is a common question to ask during the orientation phase. Asking questions about relationships and problematic behaviors is more appropriate upon entering the working phase, after establishing trust and rapport with the client. Evaluating satisfaction and accomplishments made during the relationship is an important aspect of the termination phase.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: The most effective intervention would be to actively listen to the client and provide support. Discouraging the use of psychometric tests that might support the diagnosis, confronting with secondary gain issues, and flooding the client with stressful stimuli are not helpful interventions for this client.