The nurse psychotherapist is working with an anxious, dependent client. The therapeutic strategy
most consistent with the framework of psychodynamic or psychoanalytic psychotherapy would be
a. emphasizing medication compliance.
b. identifying client strengths and assets.
c. using psychoeducational materials.
d. focusing on feelings developed by the client toward the nurse.
ANS: D
Positive or negative feelings of the client toward the nurse or the therapist are called transference.
Transference is a psychoanalytic concept. Transference can be used to explore previously
unresolved conflicts. Option A would be more related to biological therapy. Option B would be
consistent with supportive psychotherapy. Option C: Use of psychoeducational materials is a
common "homework" assignment used in cognitive therapy.
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