While Interviewing the Client During the Focused Interview, the Client

question 4

Multiple Choice

While interviewing the client during the focused interview, the client begins to cry softly. Which interventions by the nurse are appropriate?

• A) The nurse states, "It's all right, I think we're done with the interview."
• B) The nurse places the tissues within arm's reach of the client.
• C) The nurse remains quiet until the nurse feels that the client is prepared to proceed with the interview.
• D) The nurse states, "I don't like these questions any more than you do, but we need to get on with the interview so you can go home and cry later."
• E) The nurse states, "I can see you are upset. It's all right to cry."

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