A client in an acute care center lacerates her wrists. She has a history of conflicts and acting out. The client tells the nurse, "I did a good job, didn't I?" Which response would be best?

A. "You sure did. You're going to have a scar now."
B. "How many times have you done this before?"
C. "What were you feeling before you hurt yourself?"
D. "It seems to me you are trying to get attention in a negative way."


Answer: C. "What were you feeling before you hurt yourself?"

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