The nurse is interviewing a newly admitted psychiatric client. Which nursing statement is an example of offering a "general lead"?
A. "Do you know why you are here?"
B. "Are you feeling depressed or anxious?"
C. "Yes, I see. Go on."
D. "Can you chronologically order the events that led to your admission?"
C
The nurse's statement, "Yes, I see. Go on," is an example of the therapeutic communication technique of a general lead. Offering a general lead encourages the client to continue sharing information.
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