During a group session, which client statement demonstrates that the group has progressed to the middle, or working, phase of group development?
A. "It's hard for me to tell my story when I'm not sure about the reactions of others."
B. "I think Joe's Antabuse suggestion is a good one and might work for me."
C. "My situation is very complex, and I need professional, not peer, advice."
D. "I am really upset that you expect me to solve my own problems."
ANS: B
The nurse should determine that group members have progressed to the working phase of group development when members begin to look to each other instead of to the leader for guidance. Group members in the working phase begin to accept criticism from each other and then use it constructively to foster change.
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