A patient says to the nurse, "I dreamed I could not breathe and was being attacked.When I woke up, I felt emotionally drained, as though I hadn't rested at all." Which comment would be appropriate if the nurse seeks to interpret the patient's experience?

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Option A reflects an empathetic and understanding response that seeks to interpret the patient's experience. It also acknowledges the patient's discomfort and opens up an opportunity for further discussion or exploration of the dream, its possible causes, and how it can be managed. Option B is too literal, which could close off the patient or frame their account as a report to be checked. Option C is dismissive and does not reflect an active listening approach. Option D, while it reflects a possible consequence of the dream, does not delve into the emotional or psychological aspects of the patient's experience.

A Patient Says to the Nurse, "I Dreamed I Could