The nurse engages in a helping relationship with a newly admitted client when:
1. Becoming familiar with the client's social history by reading the admission interview.
2. Orienting the client to the physical layout of the facility as well as to the facility's policies.
3. Gaining the client's trust by consistently keeping promises to return and "visit."
4. Respecting the client's wish to be alone after hearing about the loss of a family friend.
5. Asking to remain with the client when he is experiencing symptoms of the flu.
Correct Answer: 1,3,4,5
Rationale 1: A caring relationship consists of four phases; preparing for the relationship is part of the pre-interaction phase.
Rationale 2: While an appropriate nursing intervention for this client, this activity does not necessarily assist in developing a caring relationship.
Rationale 3: A caring relationship consists of four phases; gaining trust is part of the introductory phase.
Rationale 4: A caring relationship consists of four phases; showing respect for a client and his wishes is part of the ongoing maintaining phase.
Rationale 5: A caring relationship consists of four phases; showing concern for a client and his wishes is part of the ongoing maintaining phase.
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