A nurse is caring for a client who has binge-eating disorder. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take during the termination phase of the nurse-client relationship?

A. Introducing discharge planning occurs during the working or orientation phase of the nurse-client relationship. During these earlier phases, the nurse establishes goals, clarifies expectations, and prepares the client for eventual termination. By the termination phase, discharge planning should already be in place and actively implemented. B. The nurse should not provide personal contact information, as professional boundaries must be maintained. Instead, clients are given access to appropriate clinical resources, crisis hotlines, or follow-up appointments with the treatment team. Providing personal contact info blurs boundaries and can lead to ethical and safety concerns. C. Collecting information about the client’s home environment is part of the assessment or orientation phase, not termination. This step is essential early on to identify potential stressors, support systems, and safety concerns, but by the termination phase, this data should already be gathered and used to plan care. D. During the termination phase, the focus is on summarizing progress, reflecting on goals achieved, and helping the client consolidate learning and coping strategies. Reviewing completed treatment goals validates the client’s efforts, reinforces self-efficacy, and helps the client prepare for independence after the professional relationship ends. This is a critical step in ensuring closure and supporting long-term recovery from binge-eating behaviors.