This has been a long ordeal for Mrs. R with many opportunities for her to become discouraged. Try to imagine what it would be like to be her dietitian and to be counseling her through this ordeal. What advice would you give Mrs. R?
The components of this answer should include at least 2 or 3 of the following:
1 . Offer her recognition for her determination to be successful and encourage this determination.
2 . Point out her favorable results and accomplishments. Remind her that this demonstrates her ability to succeed.
3 . Inform her of support groups that will encourage her.
4 . Ask if her family was supportive and build on a positive response. Offer to talk to them if a negative response is received.
5 . Provide her with encouraging stories of past successful cases.
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