One nonverbal way in which patients might indicate to a physician that they are about to make an important disclosure is by
A) head nodding while talking.
B) a long pause while talking.
C) talking rapidly.
D) interrupting the physician.

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A long pause while talking is often a sign that a person is gathering the courage or preparing to disclose something important. Physicians should be attentive to these nonverbal cues and encourage the patient to continue talking. Head nodding is a sign of agreement, not necessarily a precursor to an important disclosure. Rapid talking or interrupting also do not necessarily indicate an impending important disclosure.

One Nonverbal Way in Which Patients Might Indicate to a Physician