A Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Low Self-Esteem

question 33

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a patient with low self-esteem. Which nonverbal communication should the nurse anticipate?

• A) Arms crossed
• B) Staring at the nurse
• C) Smiling inappropriately
• D) Eyes pointed downward

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Definitions:

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B. F. Skinner

A prominent psychologist renowned for his work in behaviorism, particularly the development of the theory of operant conditioning.

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