Compassion is often associated with caring. Which situation is the best example of compassionate nursing care?
1. The nurse has expert technical skills and has the most experience with critical care.
2. The nurse routinely gives back rubs to clients before they go to sleep.
3. The nurse has written procedures and policies in language that is both professional and realistic.
4. The nurse takes time to understand the spiritual needs of clients.
4. The nurse takes time to understand the spiritual needs of clients.
Rationale:
Attention to spiritual needs is part of compassionate care, particularly in the face of death and bereavement. Technical skills, experience, and writing abilities focus on competency of the nurse. Giving routine back rubs focuses on comfort. All of these are important aspects of nursing care.
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