Which of the following statements would be appropriate during the orientation phase of the nurse-patient relationship? Select all that apply.
1. "My name is Sarah, and I am a student nurse here to learn about mental health."
2. "I will be here each Thursday from 8 am until 12 noon if you would like to talk."
3. "Tell me about what you think would best help you to cope with the loss of your wife."
4. "Let's talk today about how our plan for improving your sleep has been working."
5. "We will meet weekly for 1 hour, during which we will discuss how to meet your goals."
6. "Being home alone while your wife was hospitalized must have been very difficult for
you."
Answer:
1. "My name is Sarah, and I am a student nurse here to learn about mental health."
2. "I will be here each Thursday from 8 am until 12 noon if you would like to talk."
5. "We will meet weekly for 1 hour, during which we will discuss how to meet your goals."
6. "Being home alone while your wife was hospitalized must have been very difficult for
you."
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