Discuss five types of body language and how it can help the medical assistant in communication

What will be an ideal response?


Eye contact can convey interest and active listening; folded arms can mean the person has made up his or hermind and is no longer listening; clenching the jaw or fists can represent anger; looking down may be a sign of shame; and smiling and nodding can mean the person understands and agrees with what you are saying.

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