A patient asks the nurse, “Have you ever suffered from depression like I have?” Which response best maintains professional boundaries?
Correct answer: C. What would it mean to you to know about my experience?
- A. Yes, and I will describe my treatment to you.
- B. No, and you should not ask personal questions.
- C. What would it mean to you to know about my experience?
- D. You should focus on your own situation instead.
Explanation
This response acknowledges the patient’s question and explores the meaning behind it without unnecessary self-disclosure. Detailed personal stories, rejection, and criticism can shift attention away from the patient.
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Therapeutic communication covers active listening, empathy, clarification, reflection, silence, open-ended questioning, and purposeful responses that help patients express thoughts and feelings. It distinguishes therapeutic techniques from barriers such as false reassurance, advice-giving, judgment, changing the subject, probing, and asking repeated or closed questions.
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