The novice nurse is learning about the use of boundaries in the therapeutic nurse-patient relationship. What examples will the nurse recognize as boundary violations? Select all that apply
1. Sexual misconduct
2. Last-minute appointment changes
3. Inappropriate self-disclosure
4. Giving or receiving small gifts
5. Disclosing bits of personal information
Answer: 1, 3
Explanation: The National Council of State Boards of Nursing defines boundary crossings as decisions to deviate from a boundary for a therapeutic purpose, such as appointment changes, disclosing bits of personal information, or the giving or receiving of small gifts. These are small breaches with a likely return to expected limits of the professional relationship. Boundary violations may include inappropriate self-disclosure and sexual misconduct.
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