Which of the following represents a negative form of nonverbal communication?

sustaining a conversation with the patient
crossing the arms across the chest
eye contact
a smile

crossing the arms across the chest

Rationale: Examples of positive nonverbal communication include eye contact, a gentle touch, and leaning into a patient while listening. Crossing the arms across the chest is a negative form of nonverbal communication

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