One of the main characteristics of therapeutic communication is that it:
a. allows the patient a passive role.
b. uses only verbal communication.
c. involves the patient as a person.
d. is directive.
C
Therapeutic communication actively involves the patient in all areas of the nursing process.
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a. carbohydrate splitting. b. reduced caloric intake. c. carbohydrate counting. d. carbohydrate balancing.
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a. acculturation b. cultural assimilation c. cultural diversity d. ethnocentrism
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a. History of health problems b. Patency of airway c. Neurological status d. Status of bodily functions
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a. Double b. Triple c. Quadruple d. Quintuple