Atifundamental1Version4A nurse is caring for a client who has a terminal illness. The client asks several questions aboutthe nurse's religious beliefs related to death and dying. Which of the following actions shouldthe nurse take?A)Change the topic because the client is trying to divert attention from the illness to the nurse.B)Encouragetheclienttoexpresshisthoughtsaboutdeathanddying?C)Tell the client that religious beliefs are a personal matter.D)Offertocontacttheclient'sministerorthefacility'schaplain.BA nurse should recognize the client's need to talk about impending death, and encourage theclient to discuss his thoughts on the subject. This is therapeutic technique of reflecting.Depending on the situation, the nurse can also share some thoughts on this topic. Self-disclosure is a communication skill that can help open lines of communication whenappropriate. If the nurse does not want to share personalPreview Mode
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