Which of the following should the nurse use during an admission interview?
A) Give the client suggestions for the answers and avoid making eye contact during the interview.
B) Allow the client ample time to answer each question and maintain eye contact.
C) Set a time limit to answer each question and proceed to the next question if the client fails to do so.
D) Provide the client with a self-help guide to look for answers and maintain eye contact occasionally.
B
Feedback:
The nurse should give the client ample time to answer each question and maintain eye contact to facilitate the interview. Giving the client suggestions for answers and avoiding eye contact during the interview might make the client uncomfortable. Giving the client a time limit to answer each question and proceeding to the next question if the client fails to do so might make the client anxious. Giving the client a self-help guide may hinder interaction between the nurse and the client.
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