A nursing instructor is teaching about reminiscence therapy. What student statement indicates that learning has occurred?
A. "Reminiscence therapy is a group in which participants create collages representing significant aspects of their lives."
B. "Reminiscence therapy encourages members to share both positive and negative significant life memories to promote resolution."
C. "Reminiscence therapy is a social group where members chat about past events and future plans."
D. "Reminiscence therapy encourages members to share positive memories of significant life transitions."
B
Reminiscence therapy encourages members to share both positive and negative significant life memories to promote resolution. Stimulation of life memories serves to help older clients work through their losses and maintain self-esteem. Reminiscence therapy can take place in one-on-one or group settings.
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