Which of the following suggests that a successful contract has been established between the nurse and patient in the orientation phase of the nurse-patient relationship?
A) Patient has agreed to learn to change his colostomy bag.
B) Patient ambulates in the hall without assistance.
C) Patient allows the nurse to inject his daily insulin.
D) Patient asks the charge nurse to verify that the staff nurse's teaching is correct.

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The establishment of a contract in the orientation phase involves setting goals that are agreed upon by both the nurse and the patient. In this case, the patient has agreed to learn how to change his colostomy bag, indicating a willingness to participate in the care plan and work towards achieving the established goals. Choice B indicates the patient's physical ability to ambulate, but does not necessarily indicate the establishment of a contract. Choice C suggests compliance with medication administration, but not necessarily an agreement between the nurse and patient. Choice D demonstrates a desire for verification of information, but does not necessarily indicate the establishment of a contract between the nurse and patient.

Which of the Following Suggests That a Successful Contract Has