What is the most appropriate explanation for the reaction that the PMHNP is experiencing?
The PMHNP is meeting with a 42-year-old man with depression brought on by the recent passing of his wife. As he describes the circumstances surrounding his late wife’s death, the PMHNP begins to feel sad. The sadness lingers for several hours, and the PMHNP finds it difficult to focus on other patients for the rest of the day. What is the most appropriate explanation for the reaction that the PMHNP is experiencing?
| A. | Autognosis | |
| B. | Complementary identification | |
| C. | Concordant identification | |
| D. | Self-disclosure |