BS Nursing Clinical Practicum
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32. You are observing a client who appears to be hallucinating (talking to unseen figures). What is the most appropriate therapeutic communication strategy?

A. Agree with the hallucination to build rapport
B. Challenge the hallucination directly
C. Acknowledge their experience, but reorient them to reality (e.g., "I don't see anyone, but I can see you're distressed")
D. Ignore the behavior completely

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  • Agree with the hallucination to build rapport
  • Challenge the hallucination directly
  • Acknowledge their experience, but reorient them to reality (e.g., "I don't see anyone, but I can see you're distressed")
  • Ignore the behavior completely

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