The Nursing Student Addresses an 86-Year-Old Patient by His First

Multiple Choice

The nursing student addresses an 86-year-old patient by his first name at their initial meeting. To the patient, this behavior

A) is a sign of the nursing student's empathy for the patient.
B) could be interpreted as a lack of respect on the part of the student.
C) clearly indicates that the student feels comfortable working with the patient.
D) indicates that the student is establishing firm boundaries for the relationship.