For Nurses to Be Able to Give Care to Patients

question 30

Multiple Choice

For nurses to be able to give care to patients, they must quickly establish a trusting relationship with them. Nurses can establish a trusting relationship with their patients by

• A) Conveying that they are confident and competent when providing care.
• B) Communicating that they are approachable and ready to listen.
• C) Communicating empathy to their patients.
• D) All of the above.

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Definitions:

Obsessive-compulsive Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors (compulsions).

Drug Therapies

The treatment of disease or disorders through the administration of pharmaceutical drugs.

Cognitive-behavioral Therapy

A psychological treatment approach that helps individuals recognize and change negative thoughts and behaviors to improve mental health.

Substance Use Disorder

A pattern of maladaptive behaviors and reactions brought about by repeated use of a substance, sometimes also including tolerance for the substance and withdrawal reactions.