Maintaining eye contact for 2 to 6 seconds during communication:
a. keeps the nurse's attention on the conversation.
b. counteracts shyness in the patient.
c. indicates continuous focused attention.
d. assesses if the patient is involved in the conversation.
C
Maintaining eye contact for 2 to 6 seconds involves the person in what is being said, is indicative of continued interest, and conveys to the patient an accepting attitude.
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