When speaking with a client who has a mental illness, the nurse uses medical terminology and is condescending. This type of behavior negates the basic rules of negotiating a behavioral contract and:

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Using condescending language and medical terminology with a client who has a mental illness can cause them to feel uncomfortable and may create a power dynamic that is not conducive to the negotiation of a behavioral contract. It is important for the nurse to use language that is easy to understand and to establish a rapport with the client to create a safe and collaborative space for negotiation.

When Speaking with a Client Who Has a Mental Illness