How Should the Nurse Begin the Health Interview in Order

question 24

Multiple Choice

How should the nurse begin the health interview in order to most effectively build rapport with the patient?

• A) Focus on the problems that the patient sees as important.
• B) Explain the importance of health maintenance.
• C) Inform the patient of the number of questions that will be asked.
• D) Reassure the patient that the interview is private.

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