The nurse most effectively implements guided reminiscence during a client interview by:
A)reminding the client to share important memories of the past.
B)scheduling several short interviews rather than one long one.
C)controlling the interview by selecting the memories to be discussed.
D)encouraging the client to relive their memories while maintaining focus.

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This goal-directed interviewing process helps the client share pertinent information through remembering. The tendency to reminisce may make it difficult for the client to stay focused on the topic, so it is the nurse's responsibility to refocus the interview when necessary.

The Nurse Most Effectively Implements Guided Reminiscence During a Client