When Considering the Creation of an Environment for Emotional Support

question 17

Multiple Choice

When considering the creation of an environment for emotional support in a therapeutic relationship, the primary focus of the nurse should be

• A) removing stressors that cause anxiety and fear.
• B) developing a trusting relationship.
• C) encouraging the patient to become independent.
• D) allowing the patient to be in control of medical decision-making.

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Definitions:

Locus of Control

The extent to which individuals believe that they can control events that affect them, with variations ranging from internal (personal control) to external (control by external forces).

Behavioral Evidence

Observational data pertaining to actions and reactions that provide insight into underlying psychological processes or conditions.

Social Cognitive Theory

A theory that emphasizes the importance of observational learning, imitation, and modeling in understanding behavior.

Bandura's Theory

A rephrased definition: The theory by Albert Bandura that emphasizes the importance of observational learning, imitation, and modeling in acquiring new behaviors and attitudes.