During an interview, a patient attempts to change the focus from self to the nurse by asking personal questions. Select the nurse's most therapeutic response
a. "Are you trying to avoid answering these questions?"
b. "I am uncomfortable talking to patients about my personal life."
c. "I am sure we can solve your problems if you describe them to me."
d. "The time we spend together is for you to discuss your problems and concerns."
D
When a patient tries to focus on the nurse, the nurse should refocus the discussion back onto the patient. In the correct answer, the nurse gives this information. The distracters do not refocus discussion to the patient's needs.
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