Hildegard Peplau's Nursing Theory: Roles,
Phases, and Interpersonal Relationships
UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Anwers
Who is Hildegard Peplau? Hildegard Peplau was a pioneering nurse and
theorist known as the Mother of Psychiatric
Nursing, emphasizing the importance of
interpersonal relationships in nursing care.
What is the therapeutic nurse- An interactive and purposeful connection that
patient relationship? improves patient outcomes, rooted in effective
communication.
Why is the therapeutic nurse- It enhances patient comfort, facilitates accurate
patient relationship important? assessments, and supports emotional and
psychological healing.
What are the roles of nurses Stranger, Resource, Teacher, Surrogate, Leader,
according to Peplau? Counselor.
What is the 'Stranger' role in The nurse establishes initial rapport, treating the
Peplau's theory? patient with respect and acceptance.
What does the 'Resource' role Nurses provide answers, information, and
entail? guidance to support patient questions and
concerns.
What is the purpose of the 'Teacher' Educating patients about health, treatments, and
role? self-care to promote informed decision-making.
Phases, and Interpersonal Relationships
UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Anwers
Who is Hildegard Peplau? Hildegard Peplau was a pioneering nurse and
theorist known as the Mother of Psychiatric
Nursing, emphasizing the importance of
interpersonal relationships in nursing care.
What is the therapeutic nurse- An interactive and purposeful connection that
patient relationship? improves patient outcomes, rooted in effective
communication.
Why is the therapeutic nurse- It enhances patient comfort, facilitates accurate
patient relationship important? assessments, and supports emotional and
psychological healing.
What are the roles of nurses Stranger, Resource, Teacher, Surrogate, Leader,
according to Peplau? Counselor.
What is the 'Stranger' role in The nurse establishes initial rapport, treating the
Peplau's theory? patient with respect and acceptance.
What does the 'Resource' role Nurses provide answers, information, and
entail? guidance to support patient questions and
concerns.
What is the purpose of the 'Teacher' Educating patients about health, treatments, and
role? self-care to promote informed decision-making.
