Asked by Sammy Battaglia on May 04, 2024

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After reviewing the cardiograph,Dr.Polinska knew that Trevor's heart was failing.While it will be difficult to deliver such bad news,Dr.Polinska plans to make Trevor feel more in control by allowing him to choose from three different treatment plans.Dr.Polinska is using which strategy to deliver bad news?

A) direct strategy
B) indirect strategy
C) empowerment strategy
D) comforting strategy

Empowerment Strategy

A plan or approach designed to give individuals or groups more control over their lives or situations, often through providing resources or support.

Cardiograph

A device used to record the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time, commonly known as an ECG or EKG.

Treatment Plans

Structured guidelines designed by healthcare professionals for treating a patient's illness or condition, detailing methods and timelines for therapy or medication.

  • Understand multiple methods of delivering adverse news and evaluate their relevance in differing contexts.
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Hannah ThomsonMay 06, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Dr. Polinska is using an empowerment strategy by allowing Trevor to choose from three different treatment plans to make him feel more in control of his situation.