A client begins frankly discussing his harrowing history of abuse as a child. The nurse listens for some time and then changes the subject to address stress management techniques. What is the most likely motivation for the nurse's action?
A) To make sure she understands other problem areas in the client's life
B) To model social skills and communication skills for the client
C) To help the client understand appropriate boundaries
D) To reduce her own level of anxiety
Ans: D
Feedback:
The nurse often changes the subject in efforts to avoid discussing a topic with which he or she feels uncomfortable. If the patient feels the need to bring up an issue, generally the nurse should resolve personal anxieties and facilitate patient exploration.
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