Asked by Samad Nadeem on Sep 28, 2024
A female client, aged 35, has a cancerous tumor in her breast. She has been scheduled to undergo surgery and have her breast removed. She says, "I am worried about whether I will still be attractive to my partner or not even if I am cured." Which of the following statements is a Level 3 reciprocal response to the client's concerns?
A) So you are apprehensive that you might be physically safer after the surgery, but that your partner might not feel the same way about you?
B) Can you not think about the alternative, the consequences of not having the cancer removed?
C) You should focus on tackling one issue at a time.
D) You'll just have to be patient. I can see that you are worried.
Reciprocal Response
A reaction or reply where both parties involved respond to each other in a similar or complementary manner.
Cancerous Tumor
An abnormal growth of cells that can invade and destroy surrounding healthy tissue, with potential to spread to other parts of the body.
- Learn how to provide empathic and appropriate responses to clients' emotional concerns and situations.
Learning Objectives
- Learn how to provide empathic and appropriate responses to clients' emotional concerns and situations.
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