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NCLEX-PN

Category - Psychosocial Integrity

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An elderly male client being prepared for discharge says, “I do not want to go home yet. There is nobody to talk to at home.” Which of the following responses by the nurse demonstrates verbalizing the implied technique?
  1. “It sounds as if you might be lonely at home.”
  2. “I know how difficult it is to live on your own.”
  3. “What happens when you are at home?”
  4. “Go on, I am listening.”
Explanation
Answer: A - Option A demonstrates verbalizing the implied, where the nurse rephrases the client’s words to stress an underlying message. Option B shows empathy and option C demonstrates focusing. Option D demonstrates general leads.
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