Which of the following is a nontherapeutic statement during the orient

QUESTION

Which of the following is a nontherapeutic statement during the orientation phase of a relationship?

a. “I am the nurse who will be caring for you today.”
b. “My job is to make you better.”
c. “I will be talking with you while I provide care.”
d. “You will be receiving care from an assistant and myself.”

ANSWER:

ANS: B
The orientation phase ends with a therapeutic contract mutually defined by nurse and client. The nurse enters the relationship in the “stranger” role and begins the process of developing trust by providing the client with basic information about the nurse (e.g., name and professional status) and essential information about the purpose, nature, and time available for the relationship. It is therapeutic to provide the client with basic and essential information. Providing information helps develop trust.