A nurse says, "I worry that these machines in the intensive care unit interfere with my ability to establish a therapeutic relationship with my patients." What response by the nurse manager is indicated?
1. "Technology improves our patient outcomes."
2. "I completely understand how you feel."
3. "There are ways to increase your interaction with your assigned patients."
4. "These feelings may be a sign that this is not the work environment for you."
Answer: 3
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