The Nurse Tries to Build Rapport with the Family of a Client

Multiple Choice

The nurse tries to build rapport with the family of a client with a terminal diagnosis, but that bond does not seem to be developing, and the family seems silent and withdrawn whenever difficult conversations are needed. What is the best course of action?

A) Ask the client's family why they think there is no rapport.
B) Continue to try to build rapport.
C) Consider having another provider work with the family.
D) Document that the family is not working well with the nurse.