Which statement by the nurse indicates that the nurse–patient relationship is entering the termination phase?
1) "I'll be admitting you to our nursing unit as soon as I obtain your health history?"
2) "You seem upset today. Would you like to talk about whatever is bothering you?"
3) "I'm leaving for the day. Is there anything I can do for you before I leave?"
4) "Hello. My name is Judith and I'm your nurse today."
ANS: 3
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