Which statements by the nurse demonstrate that active listening has occurred? Choose all that apply
1) "I listened to my patient while I was changing his IV site."
2) "I made eye contact and listened to my patient to find out his concerns."
3) "I took detailed notes when I listened to my patient describe his symptoms."
4) "I sat with my patient and his wife to talk about their fears about the surgery."
ANS: 2, 4
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