NSE 12A/B Study Guide - Final Guide: Therapeutic Relationship

• School: Ryerson University
• Department: Nursing
• Course: NSE 12A/B
• Professor: Michelle Hughes

Document Summary

Protecting the client from abuse: nurses protect client from harm by ensuring that abuse is prevented, or stopped and reported. Do not engage in activities of personal benefit with the client. Not accepting the position of power of attorney for personal care or property for anyone who is or has been a client, with exception of those clients who are family. The term client or patient can refer to any individual, family, group, or community with an identified health need requiring nursing intervention. Client-centered approach are based on the belief that each person has the capacity to heal, if given support with respect and unconditional regard through a caring authentic therapeutic relationship. Focuses on each persons individual preference, values, beliefs, and needs. Provide the information, education and communication that people need and want. Guarantee physical comfort, emotional support, and the involvement of family and friends. 4 phases: pre-interaction phase (before you meet the client)