A Patient Discloses Several Concerns and Associated Feelings

question 19

Multiple Choice

A patient discloses several concerns and associated feelings. If the nurse wants to seek clarification, which comment would be appropriate?

• A) "What are the common elements here?"
• B) "Tell me again about your experiences."
• C) "Am I correct in understanding that."
• D) "Tell me everything from the beginning."

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Definitions:

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