The nurse is beginning the introductory portion of the health interview process. This part of the assessment is considered the:
1. orientation phase.
2. initiation phase.
3. working phase.
4. closure phase.
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The orientation phase is the beginning of a nurse-patient interview. The orientation phase sets the relationship and establishes the goals for the interaction. The working phase of the interview focuses on the details of data collection. The closure phase is a time for review and evaluation of the progress of the interventions toward the intended goals. Initiation is not a phase in the interview process.
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