What is the primary focus of communication during the nurse–client relationship?
A) Time available to the nurse
B) Nursing activity to be performed
C) Client and client needs
D) Environment of the client
Ans: C
Communication in the nurse–client relationship should focus on the client and patient needs, not on the nurse or an activity in which the nurse is engaged.
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