A nurse is building a therapeutic relationship with a client who has an eating disorder. Which of the following activities should the nurse initiate during the orientation phase?

Choice A reason: The orientation phase focuses on establishing trust, defining roles, and setting goals collaboratively. This sets the foundation for therapeutic engagement. Choice B reason: Teaching problem-solving skills is more appropriate during the working phase when interventions are actively implemented. Choice C reason: Incorporating strategies into daily life occurs later in the relationship, typically during the working or termination phase. Choice D reason: Evaluation of coping mechanisms is part of the working or termination phase, not the initial orientation phase.