One nurse confronts another and says, "You are always so talkative in the meetings. I don't know why you can't stay quiet sometimes." Which response by the other nurse reflects the technique of "clouding/fogging?"
A) "You're right. I do speak up a lot."
B) "Sounds to me like you're agitated and we need to talk. What are you truly angry about?"
C) "Are you offended that I speak up, or because my thoughts are in opposition to yours?"
D) "I have the right to express my opinion."
A
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