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A nurse tells a patient, “I understand that this is difficult for you.” Which communication technique is the nurse using?

A nurse observes a patient sitting quietly with a tense posture and clenched fists. The nurse says, “You seem upset today.” Which therapeutic technique is the nurse using?

A nurse overhears a patient who dislikes their spouse repeatedly stating how much they love them. Which ego defense mechanism is this?

A nurse is working with a client in the orientation phase of Peplau’s therapeutic nurse-client relationship. What is the nurse’s priority during this phase?

After educating a local community group about mental health and mental illness, the instructor determines that the education was successful when the group identifies which concept as reflecting mental disorders?

A client exhibits psychomotor retardation during an interview. Which behavior is the nurse most likely to observe?

The nurse is reinforcing rules and boundaries to a newly admitted client. The nurse is involved with which phase of the therapeutic relationship?

The nurse is evaluating a client’s judgment and insight. Which question would best assess insight?

A client presents with tangential thinking during a mental health assessment. Which behavior would the nurse expect?

A nurse is caring for an adult patient placed in seclusion after exhibiting violent behavior. Which of the following statements by the nurse reflects appropriate understanding of the protocol for discontinuing seclusion?