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OSWALD · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

While working with both patients and coworkers, a nurse needs to use a concept referred to as ___________________ _, or the distance or personal space that people place between themselves and others.

Fill in the blank with correct word.

Question 2

A nurse understands that when communicating with a patient face-to-face, communication is which of the following? Select all that apply.

1. An active process
2. As simple as telling
3. A passive, one-sided event
4. Completed when the receiver offers feedback
5. Involves both parties sending and receiving messages simultaneously

b614102004 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS:
proxemics
The distance or personal space that people place between themselves and others is called proxemics. It reflects feelings and attitudes, and affects communication.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 1, 4, 5