The nurse is conducting a health history interview for a client who is experiencing symptoms of asthma. The nurse asks the client, "When did your symptoms begin?" Which interactional skill is the nurse using by asking this question?
1. Attending.
2. Leading.
3. Focusing.
4. Questioning.
Correct Answer: 2
Leading directions the client in order to obtain specific information or to begin an interaction. Attending is giving the client undivided attention. Focusing is helping the patient zero in on a subject or get in touch with feelings. Questioning gathers specific information on a topic through the process of inquiry.
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