As a client converses with the nurse, she states "I dreamed I was stoned. When I woke up, I was
feeling emotionally drained, as though I hadn't rested well.".
If the nurse needs clarification of
"stoned," it would be appropriate to say
a. "It sounds as though you were quite uncomfortable with the content of your
dream.".
b. "Can you give me an example of what you mean by stoned?"
c. "I understand what you're saying. Bad dreams leave me feeling tired, too.".
d. "So, all in all, you feel as though you had a rather poor night's sleep?"
ANS: B
The technique of exploring is useful because it helps the nurse examine meaning. Option 2 directly
asks for clarification. Option A focuses on client feelings. Options C and D fail to clarify the
meaning of the word in question.
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