Asked by jessika stanley on Jun 25, 2024
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A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia tells the nurse, "The CIA is monitoring us through the fluorescent lights in this room. Be careful what you say." Which response by the nurse would be most therapeutic?
A) "Let's talk about something other than the CIA."
B) "It sounds like you're concerned about your privacy."
C) "The CIA is prohibited from operating in health care facilities."
D) "You have lost touch with reality, which is a symptom of your illness."
Therapeutic Response
The body's reaction to a treatment, indicating the treatment's effectiveness in addressing a health condition.
- Illustrate aptitude in efficient communication tactics in therapeutic associations.
- Detect and regulate conflicting verbal and nonverbal signals to augment understanding and compliance among patients.
Verified Answer
MM
Merls MilesJun 29, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
It is important not to challenge the patient's beliefs, even if they are unrealistic. Challenging undermines the patient's trust in the nurse. The nurse should try to understand the underlying feelings or thoughts the patient's message conveys. The correct response uses the therapeutic technique of reflection. The other comments are nontherapeutic. Asking to talk about something other than the concern at hand is changing the subject. Saying that the CIA is prohibited from operating in health care facilities gives false reassurance. Stating that the patient has lost touch with reality is truthful but uncompassionate.
Learning Objectives
- Illustrate aptitude in efficient communication tactics in therapeutic associations.
- Detect and regulate conflicting verbal and nonverbal signals to augment understanding and compliance among patients.
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