After caring for a psychiatric–mental health client suffering from schizophrenia, a nurse begins to analyze his attitudes and assumptions about individuals with this condition. This nurse is attempting to achieve a higher level of what?
A) Self-awareness
B) Client bias
C) Self-actualization
D) Client awareness
Ans: A
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Self-awareness involves reflection and the ability to observe one's own behavior and understand the attitudes, values, assumptions, and beliefs underpinning it. It also requires evaluation of the effects of behavior on others.
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