Question

Emily is a 28-year-old nurse on the psychiatric unit. She has been working with Jenna, a 27-year-old who was admitted with depression. Emily and Jenna find they have much in common, including each having a 2-year-old daughter and each having graduated from the same high school. Emily and Jenna discuss getting together for lunch with their daughters after Jenna is discharged. This situation reflects:

A) Professional boundaries being maintained
B) Socializing within appropriate limits
C) Personal involvement affecting therapeutic relationship
D) Collateral therapeutic interventions

Answer 1

The situation described reflects socializing within appropriate limits.

Step-by-step explanation:

The situation described in the question reflects B) Socializing within appropriate limits. Emily and Jenna, who have formed a therapeutic relationship due to Jenna's admission for depression, have found common ground and are discussing meeting up outside of the professional setting. While it is important for healthcare professionals to build rapport and establish a therapeutic relationship with their patients, it is equally crucial to maintain professional boundaries and not cross into personal involvement that could compromise the therapeutic relationship.