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    • Nursing
    • Healthcare Communication
    • Patient Experience

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    • The nurse-patient relationship is central to healthcare delivery.
    • Patient trust is essential for effective care and improved outcomes.
    • Mistrust in the healthcare system can be a significant barrier.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the importance of trust in the nurse-patient relationship.
    • To identify strategies for fostering trust through communication.
    • To examine the role of biblical principles in building trust.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on trust in nursing.
    • Analysis of communication techniques (verbal and nonverbal).
    • Inclusion of a patient narrative and biblical perspectives.

    Main Results:

    • Active listening and enhanced communication skills strengthen nurse-patient trust.
    • Trust diminishes patient mistrust in the healthcare system.
    • Biblical elements can support an honest and trusting relationship.

    Conclusions:

    • Fostering trust is a key nursing responsibility.
    • Effective communication strategies are vital for building patient trust.
    • Integrating ethical and spiritual considerations can enhance the therapeutic relationship.