A patient states,"My nurse practitioner performs therapeutic touch (TT) on me and it relaxes me but my partner said it's just the power of suggestion." Which response would be most therapeutic?
A) "Recent studies have demonstrated that TT promotes healing and well-being, so it's reasonable to believe it relaxes you."
B) "I agree with your partner. The power of suggestion is a very powerful tool, so TT may make you feel more relaxed."
C) "TT cannot hurt you, so if you feel it helps relax you, I see no reason why you should not continue with the treatment."
D) "Your partner may not be very knowledgeable about current therapeutic nursing interventions. If you find TT helpful, that is what is important."

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The most therapeutic nursing communication is the one that facilitates the patient's expression of feeling and provides an evidence-based practice framework for decision making that is empowering.By presenting the most recent evidence on the topic,the nurse is making a nonjudgmental,nonbiased response that is both professional and therapeutic in its stance.

A Patient States,"My Nurse Practitioner Performs Therapeutic Touch (TT) on Me