Today’s NCLEX-RN® question of the day focuses on the nature of therapeutic communication. Do you know the answer? Let’s find out!
The student nurse asks the Registered Nurse, “What is therapeutic communication?” Which is the best response from the RN?
A. “Therapeutic communication is a type of communication unique to healthcare providers.”
B. “Therapeutic communication is a type of communication that establishes a hierarchical ranking of the healthcare team above the patient.”
C. “Therapeutic communication is a type of communication in which the healthcare provider gives the patient advice.”
D. “Therapeutic communication is a type of communication where information between clinicians and patients is shared to promote collaboration and patients’ well-being.”
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The correct answer to today’s NCLEX® Question is…
D. “Therapeutic communication is a type of communication where information between clinicians and patients is shared to promote collaboration and patients’ well-being.”
Rationale: Therapeutic communication is a communication type where clinicians and patients exchange information to collaborate effectively and promote patients’ physical and psychological well-being.
Main Takeaway
Therapeutic communication is a type of communication where clinicians and patients exchange information to collaborate effectively and encourage patients’ physical and psychological well-being. Therapeutic communication is crucial to forming patient-centered relationships and fostering trust and respect, especially for patients experiencing emotional distress.
Incorrect Answer Explanations
A. “Therapeutic communication is a type of communication unique to healthcare providers.”
Rationale: Although therapeutic communication is used by healthcare providers; it is not a type of communication unique to healthcare providers.
B. “Therapeutic communication is a type of communication that establishes a hierarchical ranking of the healthcare team above the patient.”
Rationale: Therapeutic communication is not a type that establishes a hierarchical ranking of the healthcare team and the patient. Instead, hierarchical ranking is a relationship factor that can affect therapeutic communication, such as the nurse is in a position of power over the patient.
C. “Therapeutic communication is a type of communication in which the healthcare provider gives the patient advice.”
Rationale: Therapeutic communication is not a type in which the healthcare provider gives the patient advice. Therapeutic communication involves a dual exchange of information.
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