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A middle-aged female client with no previous psychiatric history is seen in the mental health clinic because her family describes her as having paranoid thoughts. On assessment, she tells the nurse, 'I want to find out why these people are stalking me!' Which response should the nurse provide?

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Rationale: Encouraging elaboration on the client's beliefs provides insight into her delusions without confrontation, aiding assessment. Other responses may escalate distress or invalidate feelings.

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