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You ask an LPN on your team to interview a patient being admitted for surgery. You walk by the room and observe that the nurse is seated on the chair while the patient is seated on the bed. She is leaning forward slightly. By her body position you would conclude that

  • A. she is conducting the interview in an appropriate manner.
  • B. she is too casual and should not be sitting.
  • C. Both of the above
  • D. None of the above
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Leaning forward and being seated at the patient's level demonstrates engagement and attentiveness, which are appropriate for conducting an interview.