What is the best way for a nurse manager to handle someone who has a pattern of lengthy chatter?
1 . "Excuse me. Somehow I'm not getting your message. What exactly are you saying?"
2 . "I can't speak with you now, but I'm going to have free time at 11 am."
3 . "Why don't you come to my office at noon today?"
4 . "I am sorry but I do not have anytime today to talk with you."
A) 1, 3
B) 2, 3
C) 2, 4
D) 1, 4
B
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