Author Question: What is the main goal of the working phase of the nurseclient therapeutic relationship? A. Role ... (Read 49 times)

biggirl4568 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

What is the main goal of the working phase of the nurseclient therapeutic relationship?

A. Role modeling to improve interaction with others
B. Resolution of the client's problems
C. Using therapeutic communication to clarify perceptions
D. Helping the client access outpatient treatment

Question 2

On which task should a nurse place priority during the working phase of relationship development?

A. Establishing a contract for intervention
B. Examining feelings about working with a particular client
C. Establishing a plan for continuing aftercare
D. Promoting the client's insight and perception of reality

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

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The goal of the working phase of the nurseclient therapeutic relationship is to resolve client problems by promoting behavioral change.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The nurse should place priority on promoting the client's insight and perception of reality during the working phase of relationship development. Establishing a contract for intervention would occur in the orientation phase. Examining feelings about working with a client should occur in the preinteraction phase. Establishing a plan for aftercare would occur in the termination phase.