Which statement about balance provides a basis for a nurse's management of the therapeutic environment?
a. Independence is best gained in increments.
b. Independence is a fundamental right of all patients.
c. Independence jeopardizes safety in an inpatient setting.
d. Dependence is a characteristic of most persons with mental illness.
A
Balance is the process of gradually allowing independent behaviors in a dependent situation. Independence must be gained in increments to avoid overwhelming the patient. The distracters are false, since they do not describe the basis of balance.
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