A patient with acute depression states, "God is punishing me for my past sins." What is the nurse's most therapeutic response?
a. "You sound very upset about this."
b. "God always forgives us for our sins."
c. "Why do you think you are being punished?"
d. "If you feel this way, you should talk to your minister."
ANS: A
The nurse reflects the patient's comment, a therapeutic technique to encourage sharing for perceptions and feelings. The incorrect responses reflect probing, closed-ended comments, and giving advice, all of which are non-therapeutic.
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