The nurse tries to build rapport with the family of a client with a terminal diagnosis, but that bond does not seem to be developing, and the family seems silent and withdrawn whenever difficult conversations are needed. What is the best course of action?

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A.This is incorrect. The client's family should not be put in the position of having to explain why rapport is not developing.
B.This is incorrect. Sometimes a different course of action must be taken rather than just continuing to try to build rapport when continued attempts fail.
C.This is correct. A different provider may be able to build a bond with the family.
D.This is incorrect. This should not be documented as being the fault of the family.

The Nurse Tries to Build Rapport with the Family of a Client