As You Explain Your Patient's Condition to Her Husband, You

question 14

Multiple Choice

As you explain your patient's condition to her husband, you notice that he is leaning toward you and pointedly blinking his eyes. Knowing that he is from England, your most appropriate response to this behavior is to

• A)tell him that you understand his need to be alone.
• B)ask whether he has any questions.
• C)ask whether he would prefer to speak to the clinician.
• D)tell him that it is all right to be angry.
• E)stop questioning the patient immediately.

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