When speaking with a client who has a diagnosis of major depression, the nurse has placed his hand lightly on the client's shoulder when responded to one of the client's statements of hopelessness
Which of the following principles should underlie the nurse's use of touch when communicating with clients?
A) The nurse should explicitly ask permission before touching a client in any capacity.
B) Physical touch should be used solely with clients of the same gender as the nurse.
C) Touch can be a powerful therapeutic tool, but it must be used with caution.
D) Touching a client or patient is inappropriate and opens the nurse to legal action.
Ans: C
The nurse should always exercise caution when touching people. Touch can be a powerful component of communication and is appropriate in clinical settings, but it must be used judiciously to avoid negative consequences or impairing therapeutic relationships and communication.
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