The student nurse is studying the concepts of communication. Which description demonstrates the student understands the concept of feedback?
A) The sender sends a clear message that is understood by the receiver.
B) The receiver listens to the sender in an unassuming way.
C) Feedback occurs when the sender and the receiver use one another's reactions to produce further messages.
D) The sender's message is translated into a code, using verbal and nonverbal communication.
Ans: C
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