Doris' day out.

: This article describes an experience that occurred when, as a student nurse on an aged care placement, I saw an opportunity to motivate and empower a client whom I felt would be able, with an individualised approach, to take a step toward making a significant improvement in her quality of life. I believe we, as nurse practitioners, can influence our client's motivation levels in many ways, the most prevalent and effective being through realistic goal setting, altruism and empowerment.