A nurse must perform a catheterization on a male client. Which of the zones of proximity would be most appropriate?
1. Personal distance
2. Intimate distance
3. Social distance
4. Public distance
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Personal distance is 1-1/2 to 4 feet and is less overwhelming than intimate distance. Much communication between nurses and clients occurs at this distance, such as sitting with a client, giving medications, or establishing an IV infusion.
Rationale 2: Intimate distance is characterized by body contact and used frequently by nurses when they are required to perform a procedure. Distance in this category is touching to 1-1/2 feet.
Rationale 3: Social distance is characterized by clear, visual perception of the whole person and is important in accomplishing the business of the day.
Rationale 4: Public distance requires loud, clear vocalizations and is used for groups of people or in the community for presentations.
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