Therapeutic nurse-client relationship

Topic: Mental health

A purposeful, professional relationship focused on the client's needs, with clear boundaries. Peplau described orientation, working and termination phases; termination is planned from the first meeting. Trust, empathy, respect and consistency are its foundation. Avoid boundary violations such as oversharing personal information or accepting gifts.

Also known as:
Therapeutic relationship, Nurse-patient relationship

What does Therapeutic nurse-client relationship mean?

Therapeutic nurse-client relationship is part of the Mental health topic in nursing. Students meet it in class, on clinical placements and while preparing for exams.

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