In an interview, the nurse may find it necessary to take notes to aid his or her memory later. Which statement is true regarding note-taking?
a. Note-taking may impede the nurses observation of the patients nonverbal behaviors.
b. Note-taking allows the patient to continue at his or her own pace as the nurse records what is said.
c. Note-taking allows the nurse to shift attention away from the patient, resulting in an increased comfort level.
d. Note-taking allows the nurse to break eye contact with the patient, which may increase his or her level of comfort.
Answer: A