Question

In a psychiatric in-patient setting, the nurse observes an adolescent client's peers calling the client names. In this context, which statement by the nurse exemplifies the concept of empathy?

1. "I can see that you are upset. Tell me how you feel."
2. "Your peers are being insensitive. I would be upset also."
3. "I used to be called names as a child. I know it can hurt feelings."
4. "I get angry when people are treated cruelly

Answer 1

Answer: 3. "I used to be called names as a child. I know it can hurt feelings."

Explanation: Empathy means the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.