How does a therapeutic relationship differ from a social relationship? (Select all that apply.)
a. Has no limits
b. Is always acceptable to the patient
c. Is goal directed
d. Is nonjudgmental
e. Focuses only on the patient
C, D, E
The therapeutic relationship is goal directed and nonjudgmental and focuses only on the patient. The therapeutic relationship does have limits that may be placed on both the patient and the nurse. The therapeutic relationship is sometimes difficult for a patient to accept.
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