A nurse is trying to develop trust with a client on an inpatient mental health unit. Which action by the nurse is going to best promote development of a mutually trusting relationship?
a. At the beginning of the shift, the nurse promises to play a game of cards with the client at some point during that day and does so before the end of the shift.
b. The nurse promises to play a game of cards with the client on the following day.
c. The nurse leads a group discussion with clients about ways to develop trust in a relationship.
d. The nurse gives the client written information about the medications he is taking.
A
Developing mutual trust is one of the principles of mental health care. The nurse most likely would be able to carry out plans on a daily basis rather than trying to make plans for the next day. Making plans with the client is a very effective way to develop trust, as long as the plans can be carried out. Leading a group discussion and giving written information are helpful to clients but are not going to promote development of trust in the same way that making plans and carrying them out would do.
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