An expected outcome of the nurse's attempts to maintain objectivity in a therapeutic relationship with a client is:
1. Personally identifying with the client
2. Processing information based on facts
3. Subjectively determining the client's needs
4. Using intellectualization to remain separate from the client
ANS: 2
Expected outcomes of maintaining objectivity would be positive. Only option 2 is a positive outcome. Options 1, 3, and 4 are negative outcomes.
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