Which technique is the best way for the nurse to obtain information from the patient?

A) Ask personal questions so as to show interest.
B) Use medical vocabulary to appear competent.
C) Ask why the patient waited so long to get treatment.
D) Use silence while the patient collects his or her thoughts.

Medical Vocabulary

The specialized language used by healthcare professionals to describe the body, its conditions, and the procedures used to diagnose, treat, and care for patients.

Personal Questions

Inquiries into an individual's private matters or experiences, often not directly related to professional or formal contexts.

Silence

The absence of any sound or noise, often used in therapeutic settings to allow patients or clients to process their thoughts and feelings.