The pediatric nurse is working on an oncology unit with a terminally ill child. The nurse conveys respect to the child by

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When interacting with the older child, using the concept of mutuality will promote respect and should foster more positive and lasting health care outcomes. Being authentic does not mean being overly familiar. Trying to interact with older children and adolescents as though the nurse is a buddy is confusing to the patient. What the child wants is an emotionally available, calm, caring, competent resource that can protect, care about, and above all, listen to him or her. Providing truthful answers is a hallmark of respect.

The Pediatric Nurse Is Working on an Oncology Unit with a Terminally