Which nursing intervention most effectively assists mentally ill clients to work towards recovery?
A) Encourage clients to exercise control in their relationships with professionals and in their own lives.
B) Let clients know when the nurse is frustrated with their progress.
C) Keep client away from other clients with mental illness.
D) Inform clients when the nurse believes they should be making progress.
A
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