The nurse is assessing an adolescent with depression Which action demonstrates the nurse is being sensitive to this patient's needs?
1. Listening to the patient discuss feelings
2. Using closed-ended questions with the patient
3. Asking for details to demonstrate interest in the patient
4. Avoiding the use of silence with the patient to decrease anxiety
1. Listening to the patient discuss feelings
Explanation:
Listening to the patient's expression of feelings helps to communicate the patient's value and is part of demonstrating sensitivity to the patient. Closed-ended questions limit the quality of the patient's responses, minimizing opportunity for the patient to explore feelings or to develop insight. Avoiding the use of silence does not decrease anxiety but is often a response to anxiety. Asking about details provides the patient with an opportunity to shift the focus from the feelings to providing information and is not the best response.
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