When the nurse states, 'I’m wondering what you meant when you said you feel ‘stuck’,' what communication technique does this question reflect?
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Correct answer: Clarifying
Clarification invites the client to expand or explain ambiguous statements and deepens understanding, which aligns with therapeutic principles.
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