The nurse is providing care to an assigned client. Which action indicates that the nurse supports the client's respect for dignity?
1. Allowing the client to complete hygienic care when possible
2. Providing all care to the client whenever possible
3. Telling the other staff that the client is demanding, so they are able to meet the client's needs
4. Presenting information to the client's family about the client's condition
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Respecting the dignity of each client enhances their self-esteem and is an important aspect of implementing interventions. Providing privacy and allowing clients to make their own decisions, or do their own care when possible, is a way of respecting dignity and increasing self-esteem.
Rationale 2: It is not necessary, nor appropriate, to provide all care at all times.
Rationale 3: Telling peers and other staff members that a client is demanding is the nurse's opinion and should not be part of the reporting process.
Rationale 4: Information should be presented to other family members only with the consent of the client.
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