Asked by khang nguyen on Jun 05, 2024
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A nurse enters a patient's room and sees the patient grimacing with each movement.When the nurse asks in a normal tone of voice how the patient is feeling,the patient states that he or she "feels fine." Which finding will the nurse classify as nonverbal communication?
A) The nurse's tone of voice is normal.
B) The patient states that he or she "feels fine."
C) The nurse asks how the patient is feeling.
D) The patient grimaces with each movement.
Nonverbal Communication
The transmission of information or feelings without the use of spoken language, through gestures, facial expressions, body language, tone of voice, and other cues.
Normal Tone
In medical terms, it refers to the normal tension or firmness of muscles; in communication, it implies using a standard or expected level of enthusiasm or respect.
- Identify the significance of non-verbal signals in communicating with patients.
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Lakshmikanth reddy BandiathmakurJun 06, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The patient grimacing with each movement is nonverbal communication.Nonverbal communication includes messages sent through the language of the body,without the use of words.Nonverbal forms of communication include use of facial expressions,eyes,gestures,posture,and physical appearance.Nonverbal communication often reveals physical feelings.Tone of voice,asking questions,and saying that he or she feels fine are examples of verbal communication.Verbal communication involves the use of words or phrases and includes intonation,pacing,denotative and connotative meanings,volume,clarity,brevity,timing and relevance.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the significance of non-verbal signals in communicating with patients.
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