During a group therapy session, a newly admitted client suddenly says to the nurse "How old are
you? You do not act old enough to be helpful to any of us.". The most appropriate response the nurse
might make is
a. "I wonder why you ask.".
b. "I am old enough to be a nurse.".
c. "My age should not really concern you.".
d. "You are wondering whether I have enough experience to lead this group.".
D
A question such as this is common in the initial phase of group development when the members are
getting to know one another and testing the leader. Option D permits the leader to explore the
underlying issue with the client. Option A does not get at the underlying issue. Options B and C are
defensive.
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In which section of the research report might the problem statement be located?
a. Implications b. Literature review c. Methods d. Results
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