Therapeutic Boundaries and Professionalism · NCLEX Exam

What trait is exemplified by a nurse declining to attend a client’s social function outside of work hours?

  1. A lack of empathy toward the client's social needs
  2. Inflexibility and rigidity in delivering professional care
  3. Professionalism and respect for therapeutic boundaries
  4. An unwillingness to engage meaningfully with the client
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Correct answer: Professionalism and respect for therapeutic boundaries

Respecting the distinction between professional and personal roles fosters professionalism and maintains therapeutic boundaries.

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