During a health clinic assessment, the client describes his life as "in crisis." He reports that he has just been fired from his job, his wife has told him she wants a divorce, and he has been sick with a respiratory illness for 1 month
What statement, made by the nurse, reveals understanding of the care of a client in crisis? A)
"Once you reach the crisis state, you might remain there for several months until you recover."
B)
"People generally find it easier to work through a crisis if someone is working with them."
C)
"Experiencing a crisis is never positive, so we must work to relieve your anxiety as soon as possible."
D)
"Men often handle crisis better individually, while women do better with a counselor."
B
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