The student nurse is listening to a lecture on therapeutic communication. Which statement indicates that teaching has been effective?
A) "The purpose of therapeutic communication is psychotherapy."
B) "The purpose of therapeutic communication is social communication."
C) "The purpose of therapeutic communication is to develop a trusting relationship."
D) "The purpose of therapeutic communication is emotional commitment to another."

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The purpose of therapeutic communication is to establish a trusting relationship. The RN should try to understand with sensitivity. Therapeutic communication and the establishment of the therapeutic relationship require empathy, genuineness, positive regard, and self-awareness. Psychotherapy, social communication, and emotional commitment to another are not definitions of therapeutic communication.

The Student Nurse Is Listening to a Lecture on Therapeutic