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

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

Document Summary

Cno therapeutic nurse client relationship (tncr) practice standard. Tncr is core of nursing and goal is to contribute to health and well-being of client. Tncr is established and maintained by using nursing knowledge, skills, judgement and, applying caring attitudes and behaviours. Accepting power of attorney on behalf of clients. Identifying and dealing with unacceptable and/or abusive behaviour. Exercising professional judgment when establishing, maintaining and terminating a therapeutic relationship. 5 components: trust: placing confidence in one another. Critical aspect of tncr bc client is in a vulnerable position and helps client feel secure and open up. Initially trust is fragile, so important for a nurse to keep promises. If trust is breached, it becomes difficult to re-establish: respect: recognition of inherent dignity, worth and uniqueness of every individual, regardless of socio-economic status, personal attributes and the nature of health problem. Acknowledging client needs, values and beliefs in regards to health and well-being.