A patient continues to dominate the group conversation despite having been asked to allow others to speak. What is the most appropriate nursing response?
1. "You are monopolizing the conversation."
2. "When you talk constantly, it makes everyone feel angry."
3. "You are supposed to allow others to talk also."
4. "When you speak out of turn, I feel concerned that others cannot participate equally."
Answer: 4. "When you speak out of turn, I feel concerned that others cannot participate equally."
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