Complete this goal statement for a newly admitted patient in the orientation stage. "By the end of the orientation stage of the therapeutic relationship, the patient will demonstrate
a. greater independence."
b. increased self-responsibility."
c. trust and rapport with two staff members."
d. ability to problem-solve one issue."
C
Establishing trust is the primary task of the orientation stage of the nurse–patient relationship. The other options are too ambitious for this early stage.
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