In nursing, veracity refers to the nurse's obligation to provide truthful and accurate information to the client. Which of the following best describes the principle of veracity?

A. To create a safe and healing environment for the client: Trauma-informed care (TIC) focuses on providing a supportive, safe, and empowering environment for clients who have experienced trauma. The goal is not to force resolution but to foster trust, autonomy, and recovery.

B. To repair and resolve the client's trauma: While healing may occur, TIC does not aim to "resolve" trauma directly. Instead, it emphasizes understanding the impact of trauma and reducing retraumatization.

C. To focus solely on the client's trauma history: TIC considers the trauma history but also focuses on the present needs, coping strategies, and overall well-being of the client. It does not exclusively dwell on past trauma.

D. To minimize the client's trauma manifestations: The goal is not to suppress trauma symptoms but to acknowledge them, provide appropriate care, and promote a sense of safety and control for the client.

A. "Allow the client's family to attend all group therapies with the client." While family involvement can be beneficial, a client’s autonomy and confidentiality must be respected. Some clients may not feel comfortable sharing in the presence of family members.

B. "Listen attentively to a client and summarize their comments." Active listening and summarization demonstrate empathy and understanding, reinforcing the therapeutic relationship. This technique also helps ensure that the nurse accurately understands the client's concerns.

C. "Asking questions easily answered with one-word responses is important with mental health clients." Closed-ended questions limit the client’s ability to express emotions and thoughts, which can hinder the therapeutic process. Open-ended questions encourage meaningful discussion.

D. "Avoid asking clients direct questions regarding suicidal behaviors or thoughts." It is essential to directly ask about suicidal thoughts in a nonjudgmental manner. Avoiding these questions can lead to missed warning signs and inadequate intervention.