A mental health nurse is teaching a nursing student about the importance of active listening. Which of the following would be inconsistent with active listening?
A) Giving critical attention to verbal comments
B) Attempting to understand the client's perception of the situation
C) Judging the client on his or her perception of the illness
D) Reviewing client comments and behaviors prior to responding
Question 2
When initiating a therapeutic conversation with a client, the nurse uses which of the following therapeutic communication techniques?
A) False reassurance
B) Validation
C) Giving advice
D) Minimizing