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A 29-year-old client is diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. He has aroused the nurse’s anger by using a condescending tone of voice with other clients and staff persons. Which of the following statements from the nurse would be most appropriate in acknowledging feelings regarding the client’s behavior?
A. "I feel angry when I hear that tone of voice."
B. "You make me angry when you talk to me that way."
C. "Are you trying to get me angry?"
D. "Why do you treat me that way?"
Correct Answer: A
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
The nurse appropriately states how he or she feels when the client speaks in a condescending manner. (B) This statement indicates that the client has control over the nurse. No one makes another person angry; each individual has a choice. (C) "Why" questions usually put a person on the defensive. In addition, the client cannot "make" the nurse angry. The client does not have that control. (D) Again, a "why" statement places the client on the defensive.
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