Your crew is called for a man with chest pain. When you arrive, you find a 78-year-old man in obvious distress. At his side is his wife of 55 years, who is blind. He repeatedly tells you that he does not want to go to the hospital. You are concerned about his welfare and continue to try to convince him to go to the hospital. TOo help you determine why he does not want to go to the hospital you
should employ:
A) therapeutic communication.
B) interference.
C) active listening.
D) verbal cues.
Answer: C
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