A nurse is emulating the characteristics of caring, as described by Mayeroff. Which of the following is an example of knowing, in relationship to caring?
1. Seeing that a client is withdrawn and sullen, and spending extra time when providing care or treatments
2. Understanding the reason a client's lab values are elevated
3. Seeing the connection between the pathophysiology of the cardiac condition and treatment and giving the rationale for certain medications when the client asks
4. Getting an extra blanket when the client says he is cold
1. Seeing that a client is withdrawn and sullen, and spending extra time when providing care or treatments
Rationale:
Knowing means understanding the other's needs and how to respond to those needs. Sensing that a client is withdrawn and sullen, the nurse knows that spending extra time can sometimes allow the client to feel comfortable in talking about what might be bothering the client. Understanding the reason for elevated lab values and the connection between the pathophysiology and treatment of a condition are examples of knowing in the didactic sense. Getting an extra blanket is responding to client needs after being told what those needs are, not sensing or understanding them.
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