What action would be interpreted as the nurse demonstrating a coparticipative manner?
1.
The nurse tells the patient exactly what to do.
2.
The nurse works as part of a team with coworkers.
3.
The nurse asks the patient to choose activities.
4.
The nurse works together with the patient to choose activities.
ANS: 4
A coparticipative manner is demonstrated when the nurse works with the patient and family to achieve the best outcome.
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