Which one of the following nursing actions is most likely to reduce a patient's anxiety and enhance the patient's personal security as it relates to the concept of personal space needs?
A.
Touching the patient before and during procedures
B.
Providing explanations when performing tasks
C.
Making eye contact as much as possible
D.
Reducing the need for the patient to make decisions
ANS: B
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