During a physical examination, a nurse responds to the patient's behavior and concerns. Which responses by the nurse are considered judgmental? Select all that apply
a. "You shouldn't feel that way."
b. "Tell me more about your feelings."
c. "That sounds like a very good point."
d. "That is bad to say about yourself."
e. "What made you come to that conclusion?"
f. "What do you think the results of the test will be?"
A, C, D
Nursing responses that are considered judgmental include: "You shouldn't feel that way," "That sounds like a very good point," and "That is bad to say about yourself." Judgmental comments by a nurse give approval or disapproval. Telling a patient what is right or wrong is moralizing. This may limit the patient's freedom to verbalize or behave in certain ways that might not please the nurse.
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