Which Example of a Therapeutic Communication Technique Would Be Effective

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which example of a therapeutic communication technique would be effective in the planning phase of the nursing process?

• A)"We've discussed past coping skills.Let's see if these coping skills can be effective now."
• B)"Please tell me in your own words what brought you to the hospital."
• C)"This new approach worked for you.Keep it up."
• D)"I noticed that you seem to be responding to voices that I do not hear."

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