Which of the Following Is Least Effective at Conveying Negative

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is least effective at conveying negative information as clearly and kindly as possible?

• A)Embed the bad news in the middle of the paragraph.
• B)Suggest you might reverse the decision if circumstances change.
• C)Emphasize what you can do rather than what you cannot do.
• D)Imply the bad news instead of specifically stating the news.
• E)Minimize the space devoted to the news.

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Definitions:

Autonomy

stands for the right or condition of self-governance; the ability of an individual to make independent choices.

Nonmaleficence

A core ethical principle in healthcare that obligates healthcare providers to refrain from causing harm to patients.

Informed Consent

A process by which a patient or participant is fully informed about the procedures and risks involved in a medical treatment or research study and voluntarily agrees to participate.

Self-Determination

The process by which an individual controls their own life, making decisions and setting goals independently.