The student nurse is in the clinical setting with the nursing instructor at a Behavioral Health Care Center. The student’s assignment is to act in the role of a participant observer during interaction with an anxious and withdrawn client. The student is reminded that positive client outcomes depend on the nurse’s ability to maintain self-awareness, respect for the client’s unique individuality, and client-centered interaction.
Which of the theorists' perspectives (can be more than one) is/are influencing nursing practice in this situation? Please explain. (Hint: refer to Chapter 3)
course textbook Psychiatric mental health nursing 8th edition Sheila Videback

