Asked by Walter Rutherford on Apr 25, 2024
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Which action by a psychiatric nurse best supports a patient's right to be treated with dignity and respect?
A) Consistently addressing a patient by title and surname.
B) Strongly encouraging a patient to participate in the unit milieu.
C) Discussing a patient's condition with another health care provider in the elevator.
D) Informing a treatment team that a patient is too drowsy to participate in care planning.
Treated With Dignity
The act of respecting and valuing an individual, acknowledging their worth and ensuring they are treated with honor.
Patient's Right
Patient's right refers to the legal and ethical entitlements related to the privacy, autonomy, and informed consent of individuals receiving medical care.
Unit Milieu
The overall environment and interpersonal dynamics within a specific care unit, emphasizing the therapeutic or healing aspects.
- Demonstrate knowledge of patient dignity and the principle of treating patients with respect within psychiatric care.
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Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate knowledge of patient dignity and the principle of treating patients with respect within psychiatric care.
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