A nurse educator is teaching a group of students about humanism. The educator knows that humanism is a philosophy of service to benefit humanity through applying which of the following concepts?
1. Science is the core consideration of humanistic philosophy.
2. Caring practices and compassion must be approached holistically.
3. Limitations of life in today's world have little effect on planning effective interventions.
4. Mental health clients must rely on clinicians for difficult decision-making and care.
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Rationale: In humanistic philosophy, healing and caring are approached holistically. The philosophy accounts for well-being within the limitations of life in today's world. Humanism purports that service to benefit humanity is accomplished through reason, science, and democracy. Clients are not passive recipients of care but rather have the potential to solve their own problems. They need to be supported and empowered to develop new perspectives and make self-directed choices.
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