The nurse understands that verbal communication takes many forms. Examples of verbal communication in health care include: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. E-mail.
2. Published material.
3. Charting.
4. Observing.
5. Reporting.
1,2,3,5
Rationale: E-mail is a form of verbal communication.
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