What Is Patient Centered Care

Patient centered care is the most vital competency to the nursing practice because nursing is all about the people nurses serve. It is important for all future nurses to understand that in ever changing face of nursing, the nurse must always see the patient behind the task. The nurse should always ensure that the patient plan of care is individually tailored to help the patient reach their maximum level of functioning. As a nurse builds a therapeutic alliance with the patient it is crucial to respect the patient’s personal beliefs and culture. This allows an opportunity for the nurse and the patient to build trust and produce the best outcome for the client.
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