Therapeutic Communication: Responding to Patients' Statements

How should Nurse Stacy respond to Mr. Moore's statement about alcohol?

Which of the following is a therapeutic response to this statement by Nurse Stacy?

Final answer:

In response to Mr. Moore's statement about alcohol, Nurse Stacy's therapeutic response would be option 2) Respect Mr. Moore's statement and explore his perspective further.

Explanation:

The most therapeutic response is to respect Mr. Moore's statement and explore his perspective further. This involves deep understanding and withholding judgment to create an open and trustful connection.

This option presents a person-centered approach which involves demonstrating empathy, active listening, and avoiding judgement. For instance, Nurse Stacy might ask Mr. Moore about his drinking habits, his reasons for consuming alcohol, and the impacts (if any) of alcohol on his life.

By understanding his perspective on alcohol, Nurse Stacy can assess whether Mr. Moore has a potential problem with alcohol without dismissing his view or labeling him inaccurately. This approach is closely related to the principle of therapeutic communication in nursing, which aims to facilitate an open and trustful connection between the healthcare provider and the patient.