A child is admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The parents are concerned because they cannot stay for long hours to visit. Which statement made by the nurse is most appropriate?
1. "One of you might take a leave of absence to be here more."
2. "Parents often feel this way; would you be interested in talking with others who have experienced having a child in the NICU?"
3. "Perhaps the grandparents can make the visits for you."
4. "Why can't you visit after work every day?"
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: "Parents often feel this way; would you be interested in talking with others who have experienced having a child in the NICU?" is therapeutic; it focuses on feelings and offers support to the parents. The other options do not focus on how the parents feel and attempt to solve the issue rather than allow for the parents to deal with their feelings and form solutions.
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