Author Question: Which nursing approach is likely to be most therapeutic when dealing with a newly admitted, hostile, ... (Read 21 times)

beccaep · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Which nursing approach is likely to be most therapeutic when dealing with a newly admitted, hostile, suspicious client?

A. Place a hand on the client's shoulder and state, I will help you to your room.
B. Slowly and matter-of-factly state, I am your nurse and I will show you to your room.
C. Firmly set limits by stating, If your behavior does not improve you will be secluded.
D. Smile and state, I am your nurse. When do you want to go to your room?

Question 2

Which initial nursing approach makes limit-setting better accepted by clients who are aggressively acting out?

A. Confronting clients with their needs for secondary gains
B. Teaching relaxation techniques
C. Reflecting back to the client empathy about the client's distress
D. Presenting appropriate values that need to be modified

leahm14 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
It is important to maintain an unemotional tone of voice when dealing with a hostile client. The client might misinterpret touch and become violent.

Answer to Question 2

C
Reflecting back to the client empathy about the client's distress promotes a trusting relationship and may prevent the client's anxiety from escalating when limits are set.