Which of the following demonstrates giving information versus opinion?
a. "Mrs. Khan, let's practice together the breathing techniques you learned in Lamaze classes. That will help us to work together more effectively later when your labor is stronger."
b. "You learned breathing techniques in Lamaze classes. I really believe the breathing techniques make labor easier."
c. "Mrs. Khan, have you been practicing the breathing techniques you learned? It is very important to practice if you wish to use them effectively in labor."
d. "Using breathing techniques in labor is really to your benefit because you feel in control."
ANS: A
A
Saying "Mrs. Khan, let's practice together the breathing techniques you learned in Lamaze classes. That will help us to work together more effectively later when your labor is stronger" does not offer an opinion.
B
Saying "You learned breathing techniques in Lamaze classes. I really believe the breathing techniques make labor easier" offers the nurse's opinion regarding the breathing techniques.
C
Saying "Mrs. Khan, have you been practicing the breathing techniques you learned? It is very important to practice if you wish to use them effectively in labor" offers the nurse's opinion regarding the breathing techniques.
D
Saying "Using breathing techniques in labor is really to your benefit because you feel in control" offers the nurse's opinion regarding the breathing techniques.
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