Which phase of the nurse–client relationship begins when the individuals first meet and is characterized by an agreement to continue to meet and work on setting client-centered goals?
A. Preinteraction
B. Orientation
C. Working
D. Termination
ANS: B
The orientation phase is when the individuals first meet and is characterized by an agreement to continue to meet and work on setting client-centered goals. There are four phases of relationship development: preinteraction, orientation, working, and termination.
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