Within Nurse-Patient Communication,the Use of Silence Can

question 17

Multiple Choice

Within nurse-patient communication,the use of silence can

• A) block further therapeutic communication.
• B) allow the patient to not feel pressured to provide information.
• C) demonstrate trust.
• D) provide the nurse with an opportunity to complete the patient's care.

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