A nurse is discussing strategies to develop nurse-client therapeutic relationships with a newly licensed nurse. Which statement by the nurse accurately describes strategies for building a therapeutic relationship?

A. "Allow the client's family to attend all group therapies with the client." While family involvement can be beneficial, a client’s autonomy and confidentiality must be respected. Some clients may not feel comfortable sharing in the presence of family members. B. "Listen attentively to a client and summarize their comments." Active listening and summarization demonstrate empathy and understanding, reinforcing the therapeutic relationship. This technique also helps ensure that the nurse accurately understands the client's concerns. C. "Asking questions easily answered with one-word responses is important with mental health clients." Closed-ended questions limit the client’s ability to express emotions and thoughts, which can hinder the therapeutic process. Open-ended questions encourage meaningful discussion. D. "Avoid asking clients direct questions regarding suicidal behaviors or thoughts." It is essential to directly ask about suicidal thoughts in a nonjudgmental manner. Avoiding these questions can lead to missed warning signs and inadequate intervention.