A nurse is caring for a client who begins to make sexual advances towards him. Which of the following is an appropriate statement by the nurse?

Cognitive reframing involves changing negative or unhelpful thought patterns into more positive and constructive ones. By learning to change negative thoughts into positive statements, the client is actively engaging in cognitive reframing. This process helps the client challenge and reframe negative thoughts, replacing them with more positive and adaptive thoughts. By doing so, the client can reduce stress, improve their mood, and approach challenging situations with a more positive mindset. This technique is an effective way to cope with stress and promote emotional well-being.

Incorrect:

A. The client trains his mind to relax by using deep inner resources. This choice refers to relaxation techniques, which can be helpful for stress reduction but are not specifically related to cognitive reframing. Cognitive reframing focuses on changing thought patterns rather than relaxation techniques.

B. The client learns the source of his stress by writing down daily events. While identifying the source of stress can be an important step in stress management, it is not specific to cognitive reframing. Cognitive reframing involves challenging and changing negative thoughts, rather than solely focusing on identifying stressors.

C. The client imagines being in a quiet, relaxing environment. This choice refers to visualization or guided imagery techniques, which can also be helpful for relaxation but are not specifically related to cognitive reframing. Cognitive reframing involves changing thoughts, beliefs, and interpretations, rather than focusing on imagining specific environments.

The response "You are feeling drawn in two different directions" acknowledges the daughter's conflicting feelings and validates her emotions. It demonstrates empathy and understanding of her situation. It can help the daughter feel heard and supported and opens up an opportunity for further conversation about her concerns and possible solutions.

The other options are less appropriate:

A- "Don't worry. We'll take good care of your father while you are gone." While this response reassures the daughter about her father's care, it does not address her emotional conflict or provide support for her own needs and concerns.

B- "Perhaps you could stay here and just call your family to see how they are doing." This response minimizes the daughter's situation and does not fully acknowledge her need to be with her own family. It may overlook the emotional strain and responsibilities she may have outside of the hospital.

C-"There's nothing you can do here. You should go home to your family." This response dismisses the daughter's feelings and implies that her presence is not necessary or valuable. It does not consider her desire to support her father or the importance of maintaining a connection with him during his hospitalization.