During the working phase of the nurse-client relationship, the nurse directs the client to do which of the following?

A. Evaluate medical treatments: The DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) does not evaluate medical treatments. It is used for diagnosing mental health conditions, not for assessing the effectiveness of treatments.
B. Understand the reason for the psychiatric admission: While the DSM helps in diagnosing mental disorders, it does not specifically explain the reasons for a psychiatric admission, which may involve multiple factors beyond just diagnosis.
C. Identify the medical diagnosis: The DSM is primarily used to identify and classify mental health diagnoses. This is the most accurate use of the DSM.
D. Treat clients: The DSM is not a treatment manual. It provides diagnostic criteria but does not offer treatment protocols or methods.

A. "Your behavior will be disappointing to your provider." This statement is not helpful because it focuses on the feelings of the provider rather than addressing the behavior itself or its consequences for the client.
B. "I'm taking away your privileges for the rest of the week." This is a punitive response and does not address the immediate issue of the client's behavior. It is more important to address the behavior and its impact rather than imposing a punishment.
C. "Yelling at others is unacceptable." This statement directly addresses the behavior and sets a clear boundary. It is an appropriate way to communicate that the behavior is not acceptable.
D. "Why did you hit another client?" This question assumes the client hit another client, which might not be accurate and can escalate the situation. It’s better to address the observed behavior directly.