The remark by a client that would indicate passage into the working phase of the nurse-client
relationship is
a. "I don't have any problems.".
b. "It is so difficult for me to talk about problems.".
c. "I don't know how talking about things twice a week can help.".
d. "I think I would like to find a way to deal with my anger without blowing up.".
ANS: D
Thinking about a more constructive approach to dealing with anger indicates a readiness to make a
behavioral change. Behavioral change is associated with the working phase of the relationship.
Option A: Denial is often seen in the orientation phase. Option B: This reaction is common early in
the relationship before rapport and trust are firmly established. Option C is more typically a reaction
during the orientation phase.
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