While Interviewing the Client During the Focused Interview,the Client Begins

question 8

Multiple Choice

While interviewing the client during the focused interview,the client begins to cry softly.Which of the following 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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