The Best Way to Respond to a Patient Who Jokes

question 10

Multiple Choice

The best way to respond to a patient who jokes about being an "old cripple" due to injuries suffered in a car accident is to:​

• A) ​listen carefully to determine whether there is a contradictory message.
• B) ​laugh along with him.
• C) tell him he shouldn't refer to himself that way.​
• D) ​ignore the remark.

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Definitions:

Situational Leadership

A leadership style that proposes the most effective leadership varies with the level of the followers’ readiness or development.

Coaching Style

A way of leading, instructing, or guiding individuals or teams to improve performance and achieve goals.

Participating Style

A leadership or management approach that actively involves team members in decision-making processes and problem-solving tasks.

Delegating Style

A management approach where authority and tasks are transferred to subordinates or team members.