Which Principle Should Guide the Nurse in Determining the Extent

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which principle should guide the nurse in determining the extent of silence to use during patient interview sessions?

• A)Nurses are responsible for breaking silences.
• B)Patients withdraw if silences are prolonged.
• C)Silence provides meaningful moments for reflection.
• D)Silence helps patients know that what they have said is understood.

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Definitions:

Price Variance

The difference between the actual cost of a good or service and its planned or standard cost, indicating how effectively resources are being used.