The nurse is aware of the patient's zones of personal space when planning interactions. Which of the following zones of personal space and touch is the one that extends the greatest amount of distance from an individual?
a. Personal zone
b. Social zone
c. Consent zone
d. Vulnerable zone
B
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A The personal zone extends from 45 cm to 1 m.
B The social zone extends the greatest amount of distance from an individual in personal space and touch. It is a distance of 1 to 4 m. Permission is not needed for touch in the social zone.
C The consent zone of touch requires permission.
D The vulnerable zone is in the consent zone of touch. Because the vulnerable zone implies that special care is needed, permission is required.
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