The nurse working on an acute psychiatric unit learns that a client with bipolar disorder is being admitted and says to a coworker,"We better be ready for a busy night." This nurse is exemplifying which process of Swanson's theory of caring?

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The nurse's statement reflects the process of knowing in Swanson's theory of caring, as it shows the nurse's understanding of the client's condition and implication for their care. The nurse is not yet engaging in any actions that would fall under the other processes of being with, doing for, or enabling.

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