Which of the following by the medical professional is most likely to encourage good communication with his or her patient?
a. Using medical jargon to specify the nature of the medical condition.
b. Making the medical information very simple regardless of the educational background of the patient to be sure that they understand.
c. Asking open-ended questions.
d. Making small talk by asking questions such as, "How are you doing?" to reduce tension.
C
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