A student nurse says, "I don't need to interact with my patients. I learn by observing them." The instructor can best interpret the nursing implications of Sullivan's theory to this student by responding
a. "Nurses cannot be isolated. We must interact to provide patients with opportunities to practice interpersonal skills."
b. "Observing patient interactions can help you formulate priority nursing diagnoses and appropriate interventions."
c. "I wonder how accurate your assessment of the patient's needs can be if you do not interact with the patient."
d. "It is important to note patient behavioral changes because these signify changes in personality."
A
Sullivan believed that the nurse's role includes educating patients and assisting them in developing effective interpersonal relationships. Mutuality, respect for the patient, unconditional acceptance, and empathy are cornerstones of Sullivan's theory. These cornerstones cannot be demonstrated by the nurse who does not interact with the patient. Observations provide only objective data. Priority nursing diagnoses usually cannot be accurately established without subjective data from the patient. The other distracters relate to Maslow's theory and behavioral theory.
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