At your first meeting with a patient, it is usually best to say
A)"Let's get to the point."
B)"I hope you will learn to trust me."
C)"Let me tell you what I can do for you."
D)"Tell me about yourself."
E)"What is the purpose of your visit today?"

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Take the time to ask open-ended questions to ensure that the patient has the opportunity to report accurately. Too great an adherence to routine may prevent the true story from emerging. The other choices are not open ended, which does not allow the patient to elaborate. They are not phrases that are comforting to the patient and would make the patient feel uncomfortable on the initial meeting.

At Your First Meeting with a Patient, It Is Usually