Which of the following statements by a client would indicate that the termination phase of the nurse-client relationship is resolved?
a. "I wish that the nurse would continue to remain in contact with me."
b. "I feel so sad all the time about leaving the nurse."
c. "I didn't always agree with the nurse, but she gave good nursing care."
d. "I'm glad that we have become good friends."
C
The client's statement, "I didn't always agree with the nurse, but she gave good nursing care," would indicate that the termination phase of the nurse-client relationship is resolved. The other options would not indicate resolution of the termination phase. Termination is part of a professional relationship, because there is no expectation that the nurse and client will become friends or continue a relationship beyond the time when the client needs the nurse's assistance.
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