During Which Phase of the Nurse-Patient Relationship Can the Nurse

question 20

Multiple Choice

During which phase of the nurse-patient relationship can the nurse anticipate that identified patient issues will be explored and resolved?

• A) Preorientation
• B) Orientation
• C) Working
• D) Termination

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Definitions:

Conflicting Principles

Situations in which two or more fundamental beliefs or values are in opposition, leading to a dilemma.

Autonomy

The capacity to make informed, uncoerced decisions about one's own life and actions.

Nonmaleficence

A principle in ethics stating that one should do no harm and prevent harm whenever possible.

Short Staffed

A situation in which there are not enough employees to handle the workload, often leading to operational challenges.