A terminally ill client receiving palliative care tells the nurse "I know I am not going to get well
but still...". His voice trails off. A therapeutic response would be
a. "What are you hoping for?"
b. "No, you are not going to get well.".
c. "Do you have questions about what is happening?"
d. "When you have questions, it is best to talk to the doctor.".
A
This open-ended response is an example of following the client's lead. It provides an opportunity for
the client to speak about whatever is on his mind. Option B may block further communication.
Option C refocuses the conversation. Option D gives advice and suggests the nurse is uncomfortable
with the topic.
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