Question

How might a nurse clearly indicate to a patient that he has understood what the patient has said? Check all that apply.

Nod and say “OK.”

Wink at the patient.

Start writing something on a notepad.

Repeat a summary of what the patient sa

Answer 1

Select:
- Nod and say “OK.”
- Repeat a summary of what the patient said.

Rationale: Nodding and a brief verbal encourager signals attention/acknowledgement; paraphrasing or summarizing shows you heard and understood. Winking is unprofessional and confusing; starting to write can be misread as distraction and does not itself confirm understanding.