The nurse caring for an extremely withdrawn client with depression wishes to assist her to be-come more interactive. The best approach would be:
1. "I know you'll feel better if you leave your room. Everyone does."
2. "You look so gloomy. Would you prefer to be left alone?"
3. "I need another person for a card game. Please come be my partner."
4. "Let's explore how it feels to sit alone here all day and feel sad."
ANS: 3
This direct approach invites the client to participate in a kind, but firm manner. The client is not given an option to simply say "yes" or "no." 1. This statement gives false reassurance. 2. This ap-proach does not foster social interaction. 4. It is important to avoid focusing so intensively on negative thoughts and feelings.
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