What is typically NOT included in the working phase of an interview?

The working phase of an interview is primarily focused on gathering detailed information pertinent to the client's current situation, including lifestyle factors and health issues. During this phase, the clinician actively engages with the client to discuss and assess their needs, challenges, and overall health.

In general, gathering lifestyle information is crucial, as it helps to understand the client's behaviors and choices that may impact their health. Additionally, discussing biographical details and current health problems is essential for obtaining a comprehensive view of the client’s situation. This background allows for a clinical assessment that addresses immediate concerns and potential health risks.

While providing emotional support can be an important aspect of the therapeutic relationship, it is typically more emphasized in the initial phase of the interview, where establishing rapport and trust is critical. In the working phase, the focus shifts more towards collecting and analyzing pertinent information rather than offering emotional support, which is usually interwoven throughout the entire interview process but not necessarily a primary activity during this specific phase.

Discussing past health history is also a critical part of understanding the client’s overall context and informing the current assessment. This historical perspective can influence the care options presented and helps to create a comprehensive health profile for the client.

Thus, while emotional support is certainly a valuable component of the