NCLEX RN Practice Question

Acknowledging a client’s emotional response fosters trust and demonstrates empathy, which is key to promoting positive coping strategies. Encouraging the client to express their concerns helps identify specific fears or misconceptions that can be addressed during the teaching session. This approach prioritizes understanding the client's perspective and lays the groundwork for effective care planning. Conversely, advising the client to focus on the benefits of their new routine might unintentionally minimize their current emotional struggle. Reassuring statements, such as 'It will get easier,' lack specificity and do not explore the deeper reasons behind the client’s distress. Offering solutions before fully understanding the client's perspective may hinder the therapeutic communication process and might not align with the client's immediate emotional needs.