Which techniques are therapeutic when interacting with a patient? Select all that apply
a. Avoiding direct questions
b. Validating and clarifying
c. Using empathy sparingly
d. Assuming an attending posture
e. Maintaining constant eye contact
B, D
Using validation and clarification ensures that the nurse understands what the patient is saying. Using an attending posture conveys the message that the nurse is interested in what is being communicated. Giving feedback appropriately conveys interest and understanding. The other options are ineffective behaviors.
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