A Communication Style the Nurse Can Use to Ensure That

question 8

Multiple Choice

A communication style the nurse can use to ensure that the message sent is the same as the one received is to

• A) refer to the patient by diagnosis.
• B) establish a common vocabulary.
• C) have interactions that focus on physical care.
• D) refer to the patient by bed number.

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