The relationship between a nurse and a client as it relates to status and power is best described by the
term
a. symmetrical.
b. complementary.
c. incongruent.
d. paralinguistic.
ANS: B
When a difference in power exists, as between a student and teacher or nurse and client, the
relationship is said to be complementary. Symmetrical relationships exist between individuals of like
or equal status. Incongruent and paralinguistic are not terms used to describe relationships.
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