A client describes his life as "in crisis" because he has just been fired from his job, his wife wants a divorce, and he has been sick with a cold for 1 month

Question

What statement, made by the nurse, reveals understanding of the care of a client in crisis? 1. "Once you reach the crisis state, you may remain there for several months until you recover.".
2. "People generally find it easier to work through a crisis if someone is working with them.".
3. "Men often handle crisis better individually, while women do better with a counselor.".
4. "Experiencing a crisis is never positive, so we must work to relieve your anxiety as soon as possible.".

Answer 1

2. "People generally find it easier to work through a crisis if someone is working with them.".

Rationale:
In general, people are more successful in working through a crisis if they have someone to help them. This need for help is not gender dependent. A crisis results in such a state of disequilibrium that it is generally self-limiting and not a long-term event. Experiencing a crisis may actually offer the family or individual a potential for growth and change.