Which aspect of nonverbal communication conveys the nurse's positive attitude toward the patient? Select all that apply
1. Leaning slightly forward
2. Orienting to face the patient
3. Maintaining physical proximity
4. Formulating a reply while the patient is speaking
5. Maintaining good eye contact while the patient is speaking
Answer: 1, 2, 3, 5
Explanation: Aspects of nonverbal communication that communicate a positive attitude toward the patient include leaning slightly forward, orienting to face the patient, maintaining physical proximity, and maintaining good eye contact while the patient is speaking. Formulating a reply while the patient is speaking is a barrier to communication and does not communicate a positive attitude. When this occurs, the nurse is analyzing what the patient is saying before the patient's message has been communicated; this may lead to a breakdown in communication.
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