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VATI ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a mental health facility is interviewing a newly admitted client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take when conducting the interview?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Lean in slightly when speaking to the client. This action demonstrates active listening and shows the client that the nurse is engaged and focused on what they are saying. It also conveys empathy and creates a sense of closeness and rapport. Insisting on direct eye contact (choice
A) may make the client uncomfortable, as some individuals find prolonged eye contact intimidating. Seating the client far away (choice
B) may create a barrier and hinder effective communication. Positioning the client's chair between the nurse and the door (choice
C) may make the client feel trapped and anxious. Overall, leaning in slightly while speaking to the client is the most appropriate and therapeutic approach for building a trusting therapeutic relationship.
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