The patient just had abdominal surgery and reports that she is feeling bloated and crampy. The nurse inspects her abdomen and finds it to be bloated. The nurse tells the patient, "You will feel better tomorrow." This is an example of which communication technique?

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The nurse's response, "You will feel better tomorrow," is an example of using clichés. Clichés are stereotyped expressions that are often used but lack originality and sincerity, and in this context, they do not address the patient's specific concerns or feelings.

The Patient Just Had Abdominal Surgery and Reports That She