An appropriate question for the nurse to ask to assess situational support is:
a. "Has anything upsetting occurred in the past few days?"
b. "Who can be helpful to you during this time?"
c. "How does this problem affect your life?"
d. "What led you to seek help at this time?"
ANS: B
Only the correct answer focuses on situational support. The incorrect options focus on the patient's perception of the precipitating event.
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