Which statement indicates that a novice nurse understands the purpose of therapeutic communication? "My goal for communication with any patient is to:
a. maintain relationships."
b. mutually share information."
c. promote growth and change."
d. offer advice and make suggestions."
ANS: C
Therapeutic communication is intended to assist the patient to grow and change. The other options are characteristics of social communication.
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