The nurse caring for a patient with recurrent abdominal pain of unknown origin addresses the patient by name and puts a hand on the patient's shoulder and offers reassuring words: "You'll be okay. Try not to think about things too much, if you can." How would another nurse most likely evaluate this nurse's verbal and nonverbal communication?

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The nurse's statement, "You'll be okay. Try not to think about things too much, if you can," could be considered false reassurance because it dismisses the patient's concerns without addressing the underlying issue or acknowledging the patient's feelings. This can undermine trust and does not provide genuine comfort or support.

The Nurse Caring for a Patient with Recurrent Abdominal Pain