A patient with shortness of breath is describing her health history when her husband interrupts her. To encourage the patient to say more about her history, you say, "Go ahead, tell me more. I am listening." Which interview technique are you using?

a. Clarification
b. Confrontation
c. Facilitation
d. Reflection


Answer: c. Facilitation

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