In which situation is the nurse's use of closed-ended questions most appropriate?
a. When clarifying vague or conflicting data
b. When obtaining a history from an overly-talkative patient
c. When encouraging a patient to elaborate on details of his or her history
d. When collecting data about the current health problem
ANS: B
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