Which Question Should a Nurse Pose Initially to a Patient

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which question should a nurse pose initially to a patient being considered for inclusion into a therapeutic group that focuses on the management of bipolar disorder?

• A) "Do you find it difficult to talk to people about your manic periods?"
• B) "Can you share with me what it is you hope to gain from this group?"
• C) "Can you tell me how this diagnosis has affected your daily life?"
• D) "What is your opinion about joining a therapeutic group?"

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