Four Nurses Describe Their Unit Environments

question 15

Multiple Choice

Four nurses describe their unit environments.Which description can most clearly be identified as therapeutic?

• A) "My unit uses behavior modification to enhance patients' social skills."
• B) "My unit allows patients to test new behaviors in a secure environment."
• C) "My unit helps patients deal with childhood issues by providing a safe setting."
• D) "My unit allows patients to deal with personal issues without interpersonal stressors."

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Definitions:

Social Norms

Informal understandings that govern the behavior of members of a society or group, dictating what is considered acceptable.

Maintain Confidences

The ethical or professional duty to keep certain information private or secret, not disclosing it to unauthorized individuals or entities.

Sensitive Material

Content or information that requires careful handling due to its potential impact on privacy, security, or confidentiality.

Virtual Team

A group of individuals who work together from different geographic locations, often using technology to communicate and collaborate.