A nurse demonstrates active listening when doing which of the following? Select all that apply
1. Ignoring nonverbal cues
2. Tuning out intrusions and distractions
3. Using all of the senses to interpret verbal messages
4. Using all of the senses to interpret nonverbal messages
5. Paying attention to both what the speaker is saying and not saying
ANS: 2, 3, 4, 5
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