The first step in crisis intervention is to achieve contact. When initiating contact with a client after a crisis, the nurse should not:

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Discussing the nurse's personal experiences with crises may distract the client's focus from their own crisis and needs and could be perceived as unprofessional. The nurse should focus on the client's feelings, reactions, and perceptions, collecting information about their current health conditions, and providing emotional and physical safety.

The First Step in Crisis Intervention Is to Achieve Contact