During what phase of the nurse-client relationship does the mutual level of trust and comfort occur? The patient is more accepting of the nurse's intervention and sees the nurse as a source of aid.

A. "Reinforce the importance of treatment to a client who speaks a language different from the nurse." Effective communication requires using an interpreter rather than reinforcing information in a language the client may not understand.

B. "Minimize contact with a client who is angry." Avoiding an angry client can damage trust. The nurse should use therapeutic communication techniques to address their concerns.

C. "Use clinical terminology to help a client better understand their diagnosis." Clinical terminology can be confusing. The nurse should use simple, clear language to explain medical concepts.

D. "Fulfill a promise by allowing a client to visit with family members." Keeping promises builds trust and demonstrates reliability, a key component of the nurse-client relationship.

A. "I am trying to help you, but you haven't told me why you are overwhelmed yet." This response sounds dismissive and places responsibility on the client, which may increase their frustration.

B. "Have you tried to avoid the situations that are causing you so much stress?" Avoidance is not a healthy coping mechanism and does not encourage the client to express their feelings.

C. "Tell me about what you are doing to reduce or cope with your stress." While this encourages self-reflection, it does not validate the client’s distress or express empathy.

D. "I would like to help you. Can you tell me more about what you are feeling?" This response shows empathy, offers support, and invites the client to express their emotions, which are key aspects of therapeutic communication.