Which phase of individual psychotherapy involves establishing mutual boundaries of the relationship between the client and the mental health nurse?
A) Resolution
B) Termination
C) Working
D) Introductory
Ans: D
During the introductory phase, the therapist and the client establish boundaries of the relationship. Resolution occurs in the working phase. The working phase occurs when the therapist and the client focus on the client's problems and reach an understanding of why the problems have occurred. The termination phase occurs when the client has achieved maximum benefit of therapy.
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