The nurse is caring for a patient with schizophrenia. In which stage of the nurse-patient relationship will the nurse assess the patient's needs, symptoms, and strengths?
1. Working
2. Orientation
3. Identification
4. Pre-orientation
2. Orientation
Explanation:
During the orientation phase of the nurse-patient relationship, needs, symptoms, strengths, and limitations are assessed. In the pre-orientation phase, the nurse identifies and collects materials and resources likely to be used at the initial meeting. In the working phase, the "work" of treatment occurs. In the identification phase, the nurse clarifies the patient's expectations for care.
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