Periods of Silence During the Interview Can Serve Important Purposes

question 19

Multiple Choice

Periods of silence during the interview can serve important purposes, such as

• A)allowing the clinician to catch up on documentation.
• B)giving you a clue that you should speed up the interview.
• C)providing time for reflection.
• D)increasing the length of the visit.
• E)promoting calm.

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