Which Therapeutic Communication Technique Is Being Used in the Following

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which therapeutic communication technique is being used in the following nurse-client interaction? Client: "My father spanked me often."
Nurse: "Your father was a harsh disciplinarian."

• A) Restatement
• B) Offering general leads
• C) Focusing
• D) Accepting

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Definitions:

Affect-As-Information Theory

People use their current emotions to make decisions, judgments, and appraisals, even if they do not know what caused their emotions.

Job Offer

A formal proposal by an employer to a potential employee to work at a company or organization, typically specifying job duties and compensation.

First Impression

The initial perception one forms about another person or thing upon first encounter, which can be lasting and influential.

Secondary Emotions

Blends of primary emotions; they include remorse, guilt, submission, shame, and anticipation.