During an Interview, a Patient Begins to Cry and Appears

question 20

Multiple Choice

During an interview, a patient begins to cry and appears angry. Which response by the nurse is most therapeutic?

• A) "This topic prompted an emotional response, tell me what you are feeling."
• B) "This topic does not usually cause such an emotional response."
• C) "Calm down and tell me what is wrong."
• D) "I will leave you alone for a few minutes so you can pull yourself together."

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