The Nurse Is Performing a Focused Interview with the Client

question 26

Multiple Choice

The nurse is performing a focused interview with the client. Which behaviors indicate that the client may be feeling anxious?

• A) While seated, the client begins to wiggle his foot back and forth quickly.
• B) The client leans back in his chair and seems to move away from the nurse.
• C) The client crosses his arms and becomes very quiet.
• D) The client leans forward in the chair and uncrosses his legs.
• E) The client seems to be distracted and is no longer making direct eye contact with the nurse.

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