Relational Inquiry Flashcards
Relational inquiry
A skillful action that includes several parts:
Relational orientation
Knowledge base
Inquiry skills
Clinical skills
Relational orientation
Focusing on connections with patients and coworkers and patients
Knowledge base
Using a strong understanding of nursing and patients care
Inquiry skills
Using good observation and analysis
Clinical skills
Showing good judgement and decisions making in patient care
Relational inquiry purpose
Improves our understanding of what patients go through, leading to better and more personalized care
How to use relational inquiry
Engage in relational inquiry during patients interactions to identify not just symptoms, but the underlying concerns and emotional states affecting health