Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 89%
Simulated
The home care nurse visits a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition, and the client states, 'I really miss eating dinner with my family.' Which statement from the nurse is the most therapeutic?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The nurse assists the client with expressing feelings and dealing with the aspects of illness and treatment by clarifying and helping the client to focus on and explore concerns. In option 1, the nurse characterizes and classifies the feelings on the basis of an assumption. Option 3 provides false hope and option 4 blocks communication by giving advice.