When observing and interpreting a patient's nonverbal communication, which nursing consideration is important?
a. Patients are usually aware of their nonverbal cues.
b. Verbal responses are more important than nonverbal cues.
c. Nonverbal cues have obvious meaning and are easily interpreted.
d. Nonverbal cues provide significant information but must be validated.
D
Body language has meaning, but meaning cannot be globally ascribed. Validation with the individual is necessary to accurate interpretation. The other options are incorrect.
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