A nurse understands that trust builders are essential when establishing a therapeutic nurse-client relationship. When communicating with an anxious elderly client who is visually impaired, which of the following trust builders is the most appropriate?
A)Communicate in an organized and professional manner.
B)Use touch in a gentle matter when speaking to the client.
C)Offeropen and frank communication without prejudice.
D)Offer all available resources to the client.

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Using touch in a gentle manner while speakingto the client is the most appropriate technique when communicating with an anxious client who is visually impaired. This trust-builder is termed personal space. The other options may facilitate a therapeutic nurse-client relationship, but they are not the most appropriate for the client. Communicating in an organized and professional manner facilitates trust and respect. Offering open and frank communication without prejudice facilitates respect and open communication. Offering all available resources to the client promotes honesty.

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