A nurse caring for a withdrawn, suspicious patient recognizes the ...

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A nurse caring for a withdrawn, suspicious patient recognizes the development of feelings of anger toward the patient. The nurse should:
 
  a. suppress the angry feelings.
  b. express the anger openly and directly with the patient.
  c. tell the nurse manager to assign the patient to another nurse.
  d. discuss the anger with a clinician during a supervisory session.

Question 2

A nurse wants to enhance the growth of a patient by showing positive regard. The action consistent with this wish is:
 
  a. making rounds daily.
  b. staying with a tearful patient.
  c. administering daily medication as prescribed.
  d. examining personal feelings about a patient.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The nurse is accountable for the relationship. Objectivity is threatened by strong positive or negative feelings toward a patient. Supervision is necessary to work through a countertransference of feelings.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Staying with a crying patient offers support and shows positive regard. Administering daily medication and making rounds are tasks that could be part of an assignment and do not necessarily reflect positive regard. Examining feelings regarding a patient addresses the nurse's ability to be therapeutic.