Crisis Intervention in Emotional Distress

Medium Coping And Adaptation Crisis Intervention

A nurse is providing crisis intervention to a client who has just received a terminal diagnosis. The client is displaying signs of deep emotional distress and is unable to process the information. The nurse recognizes the importance of effective communication in this situation. Which of the following actions should the nurse prioritize to facilitate the client's coping and adaptation during this crisis?

Encourage the client to talk about their feelings and fears.

Tell the client that everything will be fine.

Provide the client with pamphlets about the illness.

Suggest that the client focus on positive outcomes.

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