No matter what they are seeking medical care for, patients can always benefit from positivity. It helps them to feel at ease and to have confidence in their caregivers. As a nurse, you can spread positivity to your patients by being kind, reassuring, and honest with them. You are in a position to make them feel at ease, even when the treatment they are receiving is uncomfortable, unpleasant, and at times, even painful. Greet patients with a reassuring smile, attend to their needs as appropriate and keep them in the loop about what’s happening with their care. These simple steps can make a big difference in a patient’s mindset, which ultimately benefits everyone.
