Which of the Following Is the Most Appropriate Action of the Medical

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most appropriate action of the medical assistant when asking a patient about sensitive topics such as alcohol or drug use?

• A)Ask sensitive questions at the beginning to get uncomfortable moments over. 
• B)Do not make eye contact. 
• C)Be judgmental when necessary. 
• D)Wait until a good rapport with the patient is established before asking sensitive questions.

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