You can meet your patient's belonging needs by:
1.
performing all care efficiently.
2.
being a good listener and providing emotional support.
3.
maintaining confidentiality.
4.
giving a back massage.
ANS: 2
You provide emotional support and listen to the patient while that patient is in your care.
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