The nurse plans to encourage an anxious client to talk about his ...

[stephzh]

The nurse plans to encourage an anxious client to talk about his feelings and concerns. The rationale
  for this intervention is that
 
  a. offering hope allays the client's anxiety.
  b. concerns stated aloud become less overwhelming and can serve as the basis for
  problem solving.
  c. anxiety can be reduced by focusing on and validating what is occurring in the
  environment.
  d. encouraging clients to explore alternatives increases the sense of control and
  lessens anxiety.

Question 2

During a group therapy session, a newly admitted client suddenly says to the nurse How old are
  you? You do not act old enough to be helpful to any of us.. The most appropriate response the nurse
  might make is
 
  a. I wonder why you ask..
  b. I am old enough to be a nurse..
  c. My age should not really concern you..
  d. You are wondering whether I have enough experience to lead this group..

[phuda]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
All principles listed are valid, but the only principle directly related to the intervention of assisting
the client to talk about his feelings and concerns is option B.

Answer to Question 2

D
A question such as this is common in the initial phase of group development when the members are
getting to know one another and testing the leader. Option D permits the leader to explore the
underlying issue with the client. Option A does not get at the underlying issue. Options B and C are
defensive.

[stephzh]

Correct answers!

[phuda]

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