A patient hospitalized for depression will be discharged tomorrow. The patient asks a nurse, "Could the two of us meet for coffee away from the hospital sometime?" The most therapeutic response by the nurse would be:
a. "That sounds nice, but I'm already in a romantic relationship with someone.".
b. "The hospital has a policy that does not allow professional staff to date patients.".
c. "I guess there would be no harm in meeting for coffee, if we know in advance that we're meeting just as friends.".
d. "We've developed a positive working relationship, and meeting socially would have a negative impact on that relationship.".
D
Termination is a time for evaluating progress and bidding farewell. Patients who view their nurses in a positive fashion are often reluctant to terminate and seek to continue the relationship on a social basis after discharge. Helping the patient clarify the therapeutic aspect of the nursing role is appropriate.
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