ATI RN
ATI Mental Health Exam II Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is extremely suspicious of the nursing staff and other clients. Which of the following nursing approaches is appropriate when establishing a therapeutic relationship with this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Adopt a neutral attitude when providing care. This approach is appropriate because it helps build trust with a suspicious client by avoiding any actions that could be perceived as intrusive or untrustworthy. Disclosing personal information (
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A) may make the client more suspicious, approaching frequently (
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B) can be overwhelming, and waiting for the client to initiate interaction (
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D) may lead to prolonged periods of non-engagement. Remaining neutral demonstrates respect and allows the client to feel in control of the interaction.
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