A patient is extremely unhappy work and does not know what to do. Using Rogerian therapeutic techniques, in which way should the nurse respond?
1. "Let's make a plan for how you can handle this situation."
2. "This situation sounds really awful. I think you should quit."
3. "Tell me more about what is happening and how it makes you feel."
4. "You really need to think about whether you are contributing to the difficulties you are having."
3. "Tell me more about what is happening and how it makes you feel."
Explanation:
Using the Rogerian approach, the nurse should focus on clarifying the patient's feelings and avoid giving advice. Asking the patient to explain more about what is happening with the associated feelings is the best response. Making a plan, suggesting that the patient quit, and asking the patient to identify personal contributions to the difficulties should all be avoided when using a Rogerian approach.
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