What is occurring when the nurse unknowingly hinders the flow of information during the health history process?
1. Therapeutic interaction.
2. Non-therapeutic interaction.
3. False assurance.
4. Cross-examination.
Correct Answer: 2
A non-therapeutic interaction occurs when the nurse unknowingly hinders the flow of information during the health history process. This is not an example of a therapeutic interaction, false assurance, or cross-examination.
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