Asked by princess marian escalera on Jul 14, 2024

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When comparing therapeutic communication versus social communication,the professional nurse realizes that therapeutic communication:

A) allows equal opportunity for personal disclosure.
B) allows both participants to have personal needs met.
C) is goal directed and patient centered.
D) provides an opportunity to compare intimate details.

Therapeutic Communication

A technique used by healthcare professionals to support the emotional, physical, and psychological well-being of patients.

Social Communication

The process of using language and nonverbal cues to share information, feelings, and ideas with others, crucial for building and maintaining personal and professional relationships.

  • Initiate therapeutic communication tactics to engage patients.
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Abdul XamadJul 14, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Therapeutic communication empowers patients to make decisions but differs from social communication in that it is patient centered and goal directed with limited disclosure from the professional.Social communication involves equal opportunity for personal disclosure,and both participants seek to have personal needs met.Nurses do not share with patients intimate details of their personal lives.