Caring

Question 1

Universal phenomenon influencing the ways in which people think, feel, and behave in relation to one another

Answer 1

Caring

Question 2

Deep physical, psychological, and spiritual connection or engagement between a nurse and a patient

Answer 2

Providing presence

Question 3

To come in contact with another person, often conveying caring, emotional support, encouragement, or tenderness

Answer 3

Touch

Question 4

Paying attention to the whole person- mind, body, and spirit——includes listening for main and supportive ideas, giving appropriate feedback, and paying attention to the other person’s total communication; including the content, intent, and feelings expressed

Answer 4

Active listening

Question 5

An indepth knowledge of the patient’s patterns of responses; fosters skilled clinical decision making

Answer 5

Knowing the patient

Question 6

A form of caring that offers a sense of connectedness: intrapersonally(connected with oneself), interpersonally(connected with others and the environment), and transpersonally (connected with the unseen, God, or a higher power)

Answer 6

Spiritual caring

Question 7

Delivery of healthcare based on ethical principles and standards of care

Answer 7

Ethics of care

Question 8

Form of nonverbal communication, which successfully influences a patient’s comfort and security, enhances self-esteem, increases confidence of caregivers, and improves mental well-being

Answer 8

Caring touch

Question 9

Form of touch that protects a nurse and/or patient

Answer 9

Protective touch

Question 10

Touch when performing a task or procedure

Answer 10

Task-oriented touch

Question 11

Holistic evidence-based therapy and is an approved complementary and alternative medicine method that incorporates the intentional and compassionate use of touch to help patients find their inner balance

Answer 11

Therapeutic touch