Transference and countertransference are likely to develop during interactions between professional caregivers and life-threatened and terminally ill clients.

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Transference (the unconscious redirection of feelings from past relationships onto the caregiver) and countertransference (the caregiver's own emotional response to the client) are common in high-stress and emotionally charged situations such as caring for terminally ill clients. Healthcare professionals must be aware of these dynamics to maintain appropriate boundaries and provide effective care.

Transference and Countertransference Are Likely to Develop During Interactions Between