Which Statement Forms the Foundation Upon Which a Nurse Should

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which statement forms the foundation upon which a nurse should base the implementation of psychotherapeutic management to the care of a patient with mental illness?

• A) The nurse's role in client care is supported by the multidisciplinary team.
• B) Omitting any one component will compromise the effectiveness of the treatment.
• C) The most important element of psychotherapeutic management is drug therapy.
• D) A therapeutic nurse-patient relationship is the most important aspect of treatment.

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Definitions:

Social Learning

The process of acquiring behaviors, skills, attitudes, or beliefs through observation and imitation of others, especially figures of authority or peers.

Social Referencing

The process by which individuals look to others in their environment for cues on how to respond emotionally to uncertain or ambiguous situations.

Warmly Greeted

A social behavior characterized by receiving someone with enthusiasm and friendliness.

Securely Attached

A classification in attachment theory where individuals have a positive view of self and others, leading to healthy, adaptive relationships.