What is the primary goal of therapeutic communication in nursing?

Correct option is A

Therapeutic communication helps patients explore their emotions and understand their situations, leading to improved mental clarity and engagement in their own care.
Explanation of options: (a) ✔ Promotes self-awareness and personal insight. (b) ✘ Discipline is not a therapeutic goal in patient care. (c) ✘ Controlling behavior is not patient-centered. (d) ✘ Nurses cannot prescribe without authorization and this option is unethical.