A nurse interviews a new client in the dayroom of the psychiatric ...

[audie]

A nurse interviews a new client in the dayroom of the psychiatric unit. The nurse is wearing her jacket and a purse on her shoulder and frequently asks the client to repeat his last statement. Your assessment of the nurse's attitude is what?
 
  A) She is interested in the client but does not want to record incorrect information.
  B) She is concerned about her appearance and professional image.
  C) She would prefer to be someplace else.
  D) She considers socialization with her client to be important.

Question 2

Which of the following statements by the nurse reflect the use of therapeutic interaction techniques?
 
  A) You look upset. Would you like to talk about it?
  B) I'd like to know more about your children. Tell me about them.
  C) I understand your husband passed away. I couldn't bear that.
  D) You look very sad. How long have you been this way? Have you been taking care of yourself?

[kishoreddi]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
The nurse's nonverbal behavior conveys that she is disinterested in talking with the client. This is a nontherapeutic interaction, because the client will perceive that the nurse is not interested and may also feel uncared about and unimportant.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
The correct answer reflects validation of the client's feelings and further exploration. Asking about the client's children seeks more information, while discussing the death of the client's husband reveals personal information and a nonhelpful personal reflection by the nurse. Asking multiple questions may be confusing.