Anxiety impairs problem-solving ability. Which of the following interventions does a nurse implement when helping clients in the problem-solving process to formulate decisions?
A) The nurse does not support the implementation of a decision if it is not one the nurse will personally prefer.
B) The nurse helps the clients in identifying problems.
C) The nurse ensures that the client does not change his or her mind at any time.
D) The nurse influences the client's preferences.
B
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