You are working with a client who has a fatal illness. The client says to you, "It's not an easy thing to cope with a fatal illness." Which of the following responses is MOST therapeutic?
a. "I know, because someone in my family close to me went through the same thing."
b. "You are doing an excellent job of coping with this crisis."
c. "It is difficult. I am certain I could not do as well as you do."
d. "No, it never is easy. Can you tell me some of the things that are particularly difficult for you?"
D
The most therapeutic response is to say, "No, it never is easy. Can you tell me some of the things that are particularly difficult for you?" The nurse acknowledges the client's feelings and offers to listen to the client's concerns. This enhances trust and strengthens the nurse/client relationship. The other responses do not encourage the client to express feelings.
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