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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