A nurse and a patient work on strategies to reduce weight. Which phase of the helping relationship is the nurse in with this patient?
a. Preinteraction
b. Orientation
c. Working
d. Termination
ANS: C
The working phase occurs when the nurse and the patient work together to solve problems and accomplish goals. Preinteraction occurs before the nurse meets the patient. Orientation occurs when the nurse and the patient meet and get to know each other. Termination occurs during the ending of the relationship.
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