Which Is the Best Question to Ask When Gathering Information

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Multiple Choice

Which is the best question to ask when gathering information from a patient about the results of a medication?

• A) How are you feeling today?
• B) Can you describe how you feel after taking the medication?
• C) Is the new medication working?
• D) Do you like the new medication?

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Definitions:

Mental Resources

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Kahneman

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Inattentional Blindness

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Counting Task

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