In order to gain the necessary information about a client's situation, the nurse must be able to ask open-ended questions. Which of the following is an example of this type of communication?
1. "What brings you to the hospital?"
2. "Are you having pain?"
3. "Does your pain feel better or worse today?"
4. "Is there anything I can do for you?"
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: An open-ended question is one that cannot be answered with a simple yes/no or a one-word response. Often they begin with the words What, Describe for me, Explain, or Tell me about.... All other options listed can be answered with one word or a yes/no response.
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