The nurse is planning care for a newly admitted patient. Which concepts are considered essential in establishing a therapeutic nurse-patient relationship? (Select all that apply.)
1. An emphasis on patient-centered care
2. The patient's view of health and mental health
3. The nurse's ability to sympathize with the patient
4. Unconditional positive regard for the patient and family
5. The nurse's ability to make judgments regarding the patient's condition
1. An emphasis on patient-centered care
2. The patient's view of health and mental health
4. Unconditional positive regard for the patient and family
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1. Advise the client to sue the physician. 2. Have the client contact a consumer agency. 3. Take the issue to the hospital ethics committee. 4. Notify the physician of the client's complaints.