A nurse instructs colleagues about the use of humor with patients.Which statement,if made by a colleague,indicates that the teaching is effective?
A)"Telling a joke is the best way to use humor."
B)"Humor can help patients to be less afraid."
C)"I should avoid humor when giving a bath."
D)"Patients will not talk to me if I use humor."

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Choice B indicates that the colleague understands that humor can have a positive effect on patients, specifically in reducing fear or anxiety. Choices A, C, and D demonstrate either a lack of understanding or a misunderstanding of the appropriate use of humor in healthcare settings.

A Nurse Instructs Colleagues About the Use of Humor with Patients.Which