Which of the following statements made by the nurse shows the best understanding of the therapeutic value of a support system for the client experiencing stress?
a. "They will be there when you need them and make sure you will have your needs met."
b. "They will provide you with someone to talk with about your problems and sup-port your decisions."
c. "When you are experiencing stress, it is always comforting to have people who care about you nearby."
d. "These individuals have experienced what you are going through and can offer you effective suggestions."
B
A support system of family, friends, and colleagues who listen, offer advice, and provide emo-tional support benefits clients experiencing stress.
It is not reasonable to expect that a client's support system will meet all of the client's needs.
Not all clients experiencing stress want their support systems nearby, so it is not realistic to say "When you are experiencing stress, it is always comforting to have people who care about you nearby."
While individuals in the client's support system may have experienced stress, their suggestions may or may not pertain to the client's situation.
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