An article addressed to nurses who work in intensive care said,"Patients may feel isolated or ostracized from those around them,including medical staff,because of their condition or appearance. Practices affirming the patient's intrinsic value and individual personality will be critical to establishing trust and rapport." Providing which of the following is one method to affirm a patient's intrinsic value?
A)empathy
B)serviceability
C)durability
D)homogeneity

Question

An article addressed to nurses who work in intensive care said,"Patients may feel isolated or ostracized from those around them,including medical staff,because of their condition or appearance. Practices affirming the patient's intrinsic value and individual personality will be critical to establishing trust and rapport." Providing which of the following is one method to affirm a patient's intrinsic value?
A)empathy  
B)serviceability  
C)durability  
D)homogeneity

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Empathy, the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person, is a method that affirms a patient's intrinsic value by acknowledging their emotions and individual experience. Serviceability refers to a product's ability to perform its intended function, and durability refers to its ability to withstand wear and tear over time. Homogeneity refers to a lack of diversity or variation.

An Article Addressed to Nurses Who Work in Intensive Care