When One Is Conducting an Interview with a Patient, Which

question 21

Multiple Choice

When one is conducting an interview with a patient, which of the following points is most important in facilitating an effective interaction with the patient?

• A) Recognizing the nonverbal signals that the patient is sending
• B) Your ability to project a sense of undivided interest in the patient
• C) Introducing yourself appropriately at the beginning of the interview
• D) Answering all of the patient's questions completely without using jargon

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Definitions:

Self-Interest

Acting based on the benefits one can derive for themselves, often considered in economic and psychological contexts as a primary motivator for human behavior.

Family

A socially recognized group typically joined by blood, marriage, co-residence, or adoption, forming an emotional and economic unit of society.

Kohlberg

Refers to Lawrence Kohlberg, a psychologist known for his theory of stages of moral development.

Moral Violations

Acts or behaviors that transgress established moral principles or ethical standards.