A nurse and patient take action to meet health-related goals. The nurse is in which phase of the helping relationship?
a. Pre-interaction
b. Orientation
c. Working
d. Termination
ANS: C
The working phase occurs when the nurse and the patient work together to solve problems and accomplish goals. Pre-interaction occurs before the nurse meets the patient. Orientation occurs when the nurse and the patient meet and get to know each other. Termination occurs during the ending of the relationship.
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