A Student Nurse Says, "I Don't Need to Interact with My

question 13

Multiple Choice

A student nurse says, "I don't need to interact with my patients. I learn what I need to know by observation." An instructor can best interpret the nursing implications of Sullivan's theory to this student by responding:

• A) "Interactions are required in order to help you develop therapeutic communication skills."
• B) "Nurses cannot be isolated. We must interact to provide patients with opportunities to practice interpersonal skills."
• C) "Observing patient interactions will help you formulate priority nursing diagnoses and appropriate interventions."
• D) "It is important to pay attention to patients' behavioral changes, because these signify adjustments in personality."

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Definitions:

Solid Gender Identity

A strong and clear sense of one's own gender, with confidence in one's gender identity.

Statistically Valid

The degree to which conclusions derived from a statistical analysis are reliable and meaningful, based on the methodology and sample size.

Gender-Role Stereotypes

Social and cultural expectations about the behaviors and attitudes appropriate for each gender.

Social Learning

The process of acquiring behaviors, skills, attitudes, or beliefs through observation of and interaction with others.