The novice nurse is learning about the appropriate use of touch with patients experiencing psychiatric disorders.Which statement about touch will provide the nurse with the best basis for successful practice in psychiatric nursing situations?

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The meaning of touch is highly individualized and is influenced by the length of the touch,the part of the body touched,the way the patient is touched,and the frequency of touch.Touch is often misinterpreted and not universally accepted.It may be highly inappropriate to use touch with certain patients to convey warmth and interest.Suspicious patients often do not have a sense of humor and regardless would likely find touch unacceptable.

The Novice Nurse Is Learning About the Appropriate Use of Touch