Carper (1978)has Identified Four Patterns of "Knowing" Upon Which Nursing

question 4

Multiple Choice

Carper (1978) has identified four patterns of "knowing" upon which nursing practice is founded.Which pattern describes the ability of the nurse to assist a patient in reaching health goals through the rapport established with this individual?

• A) Empirics
• B) Esthetics
• C) Personal knowledge
• D) Ethics

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