As the nurse continues to care for the client during the working phase of the therapeutic relationship, the client's needs change. What nursing action is appropriate at this time?
A) Reminisce about the client's progress.
B) Restate the purpose of the relationship.
C) Address confidentiality issues.
D) Revise the plan of care as needed.
Question 2
The client with chronic schizophrenia asks if the client's spouse could be included in the medication teaching. Which of the following nursing responses is therapeutic for the client?
A) You are the client; it would be better for you to learn about your medications by yourself..
B) I'm wondering why you think that you cannot handle this medication by yourself..
C) Perhaps if you were not so dependent on your spouse, you would not have had this relapse..
D) Yes, it is often helpful for family members to be knowledgeable about medications..
The patient and his family meet with the nurse to discuss progress on the patient care plan.
Nurse Sandy
Use a step stool to help an infirm client get on and off the table.
A hot stone placed under the client’s neck.
Therapeutic Classification