In a Complementary Interaction

question 45

Multiple Choice

In a complementary interaction:

• A)one person is strong and the other weak.
• B)one person is "one-up" and the other "one-down."
• C)both partners are equal.
• D)both partners are competitive.

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Definitions:

Congruent Nonverbal Cues

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False Reassurance

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Terminal Illness

A disease or condition that is incurable and expected to lead to an individual's death.

Dementia

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