When Admitting a Patient to a Hospital Unit, a Nurse

question 4

Multiple Choice

When admitting a patient to a hospital unit, a nurse demonstrates a caring demeanor by

• A) Smiling and speaking kindly.
• B) Exhibiting tense body language and frowning.
• C) Informing the patient he or she is shorthanded.
• D) Avoiding eye contact and speaking in a clipped manner.

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