At the Last Contracted Visit in the Crisis Intervention Clinic

question 6

Multiple Choice

At the last contracted visit in the crisis intervention clinic, an adult says, "I've emerged from this a stronger person. You helped me get my life back in balance." The nurse responds, "I think we should have two more sessions to explore why your reactions were so intense." Which analysis applies?

• A) The patient is experiencing transference.
• B) The patient demonstrates need for continuing support.
• C) The nurse is having difficulty terminating the relationship.
• D) The nurse is empathizing with the patient's feelings of dependency.

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Definitions:

Inconsistencies

Situations or statements that are not in agreement, lack compatibility, or are full of contradictions.

Individuals

Distinct or separate entities, often referred to in the context of singular human beings.

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological discomfort experienced by an individual who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Behavior

The actions or reactions of an individual in response to external or internal stimuli.