Which of the following are reasons for communication during the assessment phase of the nurs-ing process? (Select all that apply.)
1. Providing information to the client
2. Obtaining information from the client
3. Establishment of the nurse-client relationship
4. Identification of the client's physical health needs
5. Mutual goal setting regarding client health needs
6. Identification of client's emotional health
ANS: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6
The reasons for communication include information exchange, goal achievement, problem resolu-tion, and expression of feelings. The initiation of the nurse-client relationship is not considered a facet of assessment communication.
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