A nurse who is discharging a client is terminating the helping relationship. Which of the following actions might the nurse perform in this phase? Select all that apply
A) Making formal introductions
B) Making a contract regarding the relationship
C) Providing assistance to achieve goals
D) Helping client perform activities of daily living
E) Examining goals of the relationship to determine their achievement
Ans: E
In the termination phase, the nurse examines with the client the goals of the helping relationship for indications of their attainment, or for evidence of progress toward them. If goals were not attained, the nurse should help the client establish a relationship with the new nurse. Answers A and B occur in the orientation phase, and answers C and D occur in the working phase.
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