Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who states,"I am too embarrassed to tell anyone what I did last night. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct response is C: "Let's discuss what you feel embarrassed about." This answer shows empathy and encourages open communication, allowing the client to express their feelings and concerns without judgment. Choice A may minimize the client's feelings by generalizing them. Choice B might pressure the client to disclose information they are not ready to share. Choice D disregards the client's feelings and may make them feel invalidated.