During which phase of the nurse-client relationship can the nurse anticipate that identified client
issues will be explored and resolved?
a. The working phase
b. The identifying phase
c. The dysfunctional phase
d. The termination phase
ANS: A
During the working phase, the nurse strives to assist the client in making connections among
dysfunctional behaviors, thinking, and emotions and offers support while alternative coping
behaviors are tried. Option B: No phase of the nurse-client relationship is identified as the
identifying phase. Option C: No phase of the nurse-client relationship is identified as the
dysfunctional phase. Option D: Identified issues should be explored and resolved before the
termination phase.
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