A client is resting in the postpartum unit following a vaginal delivery. The newborn was transferred to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) two hours ago due to sudden respiratory distress. The client is crying quietly and states, "This is all my fault. If I had taken better care of myself during the pregnancy, my baby would be here with me." Which of the following is the most therapeutic response by the nurse?
- You are feeling responsible for the fact that your infant is currently requiring intensive care.Cevap
- BPlease do not blame yourself; the neonatologist confirmed that this condition is not related to maternal habits.
- CIt is natural to feel guilty when your newborn is sick, but it is important to stay positive right now.
- DWhat specific actions did you take during your pregnancy that make you believe you caused this?
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The most therapeutic response validates the client's feelings by reflecting their statement back to them: 'You are feeling responsible for the fact that your infant is currently requiring intensive care.'
The correct answer utilizes reflection to validate the client's feelings. By restating the client's sense of responsibility without judgment, the nurse demonstrates empathy, acknowledges the psychological pain, and creates a safe space for the client to process their grief.
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