The nurse is talking with a male client regarding his recent relapse of alcohol addiction. The client alludes to the fact that he started to drink again after a fight with his wife
The nurse uses clarification to ensure an accurate understanding of the client. Which statement is the best example of clarification? a. "You said that the fight you had with your wife caused you to start drinking again?"
b. "Let's discuss what made you feel the need to drink."
c. "Could you tell me again when and what happened that you feel caused you to start drinking again?"
d. "Tell me what your childhood was like."
C
Clarification helps to confirm feelings, ideas, and perceptions. The other options are examples of restating, focusing, and changing the topic.
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