In terms of emotional support strategies, what type of comforting message would you be using if you say "I know you can deal with this—as you have many times before"?

a. communicating your intentions clearly
b. protecting the other person's self-esteem
c. offering person-centered messages
d. providing sympathy
e. none of the above


b

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In the emergency room, the head doctor directed the nurses and staff to prepare the patient for emergency surgery by yelling out directions and using a(n) __________ leadership style

Fill in the blanks with correct word

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James spoke at a groundbreaking ceremony about the pride the new building would bring to the community. Many audience members nodded their head in agreement. Their agreement is an example of __________.

A. decorum B. reinforcement C. resonance D. consonance

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An ________ organizational rule is understood and followed even though it isn't formally articulated.

A. unspoken B. explicit C. implicit D. implied

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Discuss ways to assess the relationship between interview parties.

What will be an ideal response?

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