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Communication Fundamentals

Question 18 • Introduction to Health Science - EL3601 B

A nurse notices that a patient is squinting in pain and keeps rubbing her stomach. The nurse makes a sympathetic face and asks the patient whether her stomach is bothering her.Why is this an effective response to the patient’s cues? Select all that apply.

Answer
A
The nurse noticed the patient’s nonverbal cues.
B
The nurse used matching verbal and nonverbal cues in her response.
C
The nurse was emotionally expressing sympathy.
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