Which Nonverbal Behavior Is Most Congruent with a Nurse's Assertive

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which nonverbal behavior is most congruent with a nurse's assertive verbal statement?

• A) Firm voice, erect posture, direct eye contact
• B) Soft voice, shoulders relaxed, eyes down
• C) Loud voice, back stiff, eyes glaring
• D) Smile while speaking, touch person's arm, eyes lowered

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Working Memory

A cognitive system responsible for temporarily holding information available for processing and manipulation.

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