The nurse caring for an extremely withdrawn patient with depression wants to assist her to become more interactive. The best approach would be to say:
a. "I know you'll feel better if you leave your room."
b. "You look so gloomy sitting here all by yourself."
c. "Let's explore how it feels to sit alone here all day and feel sad."
d. "I need another person for a card game and I'd like you to be my partner."
ANS: D
This direct approach invites the patient to participate in a kind, but firm manner. The patient is not given an option to simply say "yes" or "no." It is not therapeutic to give false reassur-ance. The remaining options focus too intensively on negative thoughts and feelings.
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