Which of the following statements accurately describe the relationship between therapeutic communication and the nursing process? Select all that apply
A) Effective communication techniques, as well as observational skills, are used extensively during the assessment step.
B) Only the written word in the form of a medical record is used during the diagnosing step of the nursing process.
C) The implementing step requires communication among the patient, nurse, and other team members to develop interventions and outcomes.
D) Verbal and nonverbal communication are used to teach, counsel, and support patients and their families during the implementation phase.
E) Nurses rely on the verbal and nonverbal cues they receive from their patients to evaluate whether patient objectives or goals have been achieved.
F) Because one nurse cannot provide 24-hour coverage for patients, significant information must be passed on to others through implementation.
A, D, E
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