When communicating with clients, the nurse actively uses listening responses. Which of the following types of listening response should the nurse use?
a. Moralizing
b. Giving advice
c. False reassurance
d. Paraphrasing
ANS: D
Paraphrasing is an example of a listening response that focuses on the client. Moralizing, giving advice, and false reassurances are all examples of negative listening responses.
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