The nurse and patient are discussing the patient's perceptions and feelings related to the patient's illness. The patient is emotional and tearful and expresses feelings of hopelessness. During which phase of the nurse-patient relationship does the nurse interpret this patient to be in?
A) Pre-orientation
B) Orientation
C) Working
D) Termination

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Discussing perceptions and feelings typically occurs in the working phase, at which time intense emotions may arise. Pre-orientation is not a phase of the nurse-patient relationship. The orientation phase includes introductions and goal setting. The termination phase is the completion of the nurse-patient relationship as a result of discharge, transfer, or the nurse's time off.

The Nurse and Patient Are Discussing the Patient's Perceptions and Feelings