Based on humanistic nursing, the MOST important action for the nurse is:
a. physical intervention
b. use of self or presence
c. encouraging any hope
d. demonstrating caring
B
Based on humanistic nursing, the most important action for the nurse is use of self or presence. Presence is the activity of being physically present with another person that begins with the nurse's genuine commitment to caring and nurturing of the client. The nurse must hold the belief that an authentic interaction between nurse and client is a valuable opportunity to develop human potential.
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