Which nursing approach is most therapeutic when caring for a client with an eating disorder?
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Correct answer: Encouraging the client to talk about feelings and participate in meal planning
In care of clients with eating disorders, therapeutic communication plus involving them in treatment planning helps promote trust and ownership of recovery.
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