Which of the following behaviours demonstrates that the nurse provides presence to a patient?
A) The nurse performs those activities of daily living that the patient is unable to do.
B) The nurse remains with the patient throughout a procedure that the patient has identified as frightening.
C) The nurse demonstrates confidence in preparing for and administering nursing care to patients.
D) The nurse remains calm during administration of care.

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Remaining with the patient throughout a scary procedure is an example of providing presence, which means being with, attentive to, and nurturing of the patient. The other options are demonstrating competence and professionalism in nursing care, but they do not necessarily provide the same level of emotional support as presence.

Which of the Following Behaviours Demonstrates That the Nurse Provides