ATI Mental Health Exam III | Nurselytic

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Listen attentively to a client and summarize their comments. Active listening and summarizing show empathy, understanding, and validation of the client's feelings and thoughts, which are crucial in building trust and a therapeutic relationship. By summarizing, the nurse demonstrates comprehension and encourages further discussion, enhancing communication.

Incorrect choices:
A: Allowing the client's family to attend all group therapies may hinder open communication and limit the client's autonomy in the therapeutic process.
C: Asking one-word response questions may limit the depth of the conversation and hinder the exploration of the client's feelings and experiences.
D: Avoiding direct questions about suicidal behaviors or thoughts can be dangerous as it may miss crucial information needed for risk assessment and intervention.

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