BATHEing the patient refers to:
a. A technique used in primary care to get the patient to accept the need for psychological or psychiatric referral.
b. A technique used to facilitate cultural understanding.
c. A technique used to perform psychotherapy.
d. A technique that is a quick screen for psychiatric issues and interventions for psychological problems.
ANS: D
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