A nurse grimaces while changing a patient's colostomy bag. Which effect will the nurse's behavior $\bold{most}$ likely have on the patient?
A) Assist recovery by using honest communication.
B) Motivate the patient to increase physical activity.
C) Promote development of a negative body image.
D) Develop a kind nickname for the colostomy bag.

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Negative nonverbal reactions by a nurse to a patient's scar or surgical alterations contribute to the patient's developing a negative body image. Nurses who have shocked or disgusted facial expressions contribute to patients' developing a negative body image. Expressions of distaste by the nurse will not facilitate recovery or ongoing communication, encourage physical activity, or promote acceptance of the colostomy bag by adopting a positive nickname.

A Nurse Grimaces While Changing a Patient's Colostomy Bag most\bold{most}most Likely Have on the Patient? A) Assist Recovery by Using

A Nurse Grimaces While Changing a Patient's Colostomy Bag $\bold{most}$ Likely Have on the Patient?
A) Assist Recovery by Using