A patient tells the nurse that she is extremely unhappy at her job and she doesn't know what to do. Using Rogerian therapeutic techniques, how might the nurse respond?

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3. Using the Rogerian approach, the clinician should focus on clarifying the client's experience and feelings. Rogers's theory stresses unconditional positive regard, so the clinician should not be critical. Using the Rogerian approach, the clinician should avoid giving advice. This nondirective approach doesn't facilitate changes that clients may need to make to alleviate stress.

A Patient Tells the Nurse That She Is Extremely Unhappy