NCLEX-RN · Question #458
In working with a manipulative client, which of the following nursing interventions would be most appropriate?
The correct answer is C. Providing a consistent set of guidelines and rules. (A) This answer is incorrect. Bargaining is a manipulative act, which the nurse could expect from (B) This answer is incorrect. Confrontation is an effective nursing strategy with manipulative behavior. Redirection is appropriate for the client who is out of touch with reality…
Question
In working with a manipulative client, which of the following nursing interventions would be most appropriate?
Options
- ABargaining with the client as a strategy to control the behavior
- BRedirecting the client
- CProviding a consistent set of guidelines and rules
- DAssigning the client to different staff persons each day
How the community answered
(16 responses)- A19% (3)
- B6% (1)
- C69% (11)
- D6% (1)
Explanation
(A) This answer is incorrect. Bargaining is a manipulative act, which the nurse could expect from (B) This answer is incorrect. Confrontation is an effective nursing strategy with manipulative behavior. Redirection is appropriate for the client who is out of touch with reality. (C) This answer is correct. Manipulative clients must abide by consistent rules. (D) This answer is incorrect. Manipulation is kept at a minimum if the same staff person is assigned to the client. Often the client will attempt to play staff persons against each other.
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