A principle that should guide the nurse in determining the extent of silence to allow during client
interview sessions is that
a. the nurse is responsible for breaking silences.
b. clients withdraw if silences are prolonged.
c. silence provides meaningful moments for reflection.
d. silence helps clients know that what they said was understood.
ANS: C
Silence can be helpful to both participants by giving each an opportunity to contemplate what has
transpired, weigh alternatives, and formulate ideas. Option A is not a principle related to silences.
Options B and D are not true statements. Feedback helps clients know they have been understood.
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