A nurse introduces the matter of a contract during the first session because contracts
a. specify what the nurse will do for the client.
b. are indicative of the feeling tone established between the participants.
c. are binding and prevent either party from prematurely ending the relationship.
d. spell out the participation and responsibilities of both parties.
ANS: D
A contract emphasizes that the nurse works with the client rather than doing something for the client.
"Working with" is a process that suggests each party is expected to participate and share
responsibility for outcomes. Contracts do not, however, stipulate roles or feeling tone, and premature
termination is forbidden.
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