The nurse wants to gain information about a client's situation. Which question should the nurse use to maximize communication with this patient?
1. "What brings you to the hospital?"
2. "Are you having pain?"
3. "Does your pain feel better or worse today?"
4. "Is there anything I can do for you?"
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: An open-ended question is one that cannot be answered with a simple yes/no or a one-word response. Often they begin with the words What, Describe for me, Explain, or Tell me about....
Rationale 2: This question can be answered with one word or a yes/no response.
Rationale 3: This question can be answered with one word or a yes/no response.
Rationale 4: This question can be answered with one word or a yes/no response.
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