A client is discussing her weight loss efforts with a dietitian. She is complaining that she has only lost 8 pounds in the last several months. The dietitian responds by saying, "I am impressed that you have managed to change your eating habits though. That is progress." This response is an example of which type of communication?
A) motivational interviewing
B) probing
C) clarifying
D) summarizing
E) conveying respect

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The dietitian's response demonstrates conveying respect for the client's efforts and recognizing progress, even if the weight loss is not as significant as the client would like. This type of communication can help build rapport and trust with the client. The other options (motivational interviewing, probing, clarifying, and summarizing) are not applicable in this scenario as the dietitian is not actively facilitating behavior change or seeking further information from the client at that moment.

A Client Is Discussing Her Weight Loss Efforts with a Dietitian