Which question should a nurse pose initially to a patient being considered for inclusion into a therapeutic group that focuses on the management of bipolar disorder?
a. "Do you find it difficult to talk to people about your manic periods?"
b. "Can you share with me what it is you hope to gain from this group?"
c. "Can you tell me how this diagnosis has affected your daily life?"
d. "What is your opinion about joining a therapeutic group?"
D
A screening interview for a therapeutic group is conducted to assess the candidate's eligibility for inclusion into the group. Determining whether the patient has any preconceived opinions about such a therapeutic environment would be the initial appropriate action.
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