As you explain your patient's condition to her husband, you notice that he is leaning toward you and pointedly blinking his eyes. Knowing that he is from England, your most appropriate re-sponse to this behavior is to:
a. tell him that you understand his need to be alone.
b. ask whether he has any questions.
c. ask whether he would prefer to speak to the clinician.
d. tell him that it is all right to be angry.
B
The English worry about being overheard and tend to speak in modulated voices so, when they lean in toward you, they are probably poised to ask a question.
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