Question

A nursing student is discussing the technique of interviewing with his instructor and conveys that he is somewhat reluctant to talk with potential patients as he fears he may have nothing to say and there would be periods of silence. Which statement represents the best response by the nursing instructor in response to the students' expressed concerns?

a. Telling the student that everyone feels like this at first but that the feeling and anxiety will reside during the next interview experience.
b. Encourage the student to practice interviewing technique skills with peers and family members to increase his confidence level.
c. Acknowledge that his reluctance is normal but that the utilization of silence may well eventually represent the ability of a confident interviewer in knowing that sometimes it is equally important to listen rather than to keep talking.
d. Provide the student with practice questions for interviewing and have him look at himself in the mirror while voicing the questions to increase his confidence level.

Answer 1

The nursing instructor should acknowledge the student's concerns and explain the importance of silence in interviews.

correct option is c.

Step-by-step explanation:

The best response by the nursing instructor to the student's concerns about silence during interviews would be to acknowledge that his reluctance is normal.

The instructor can explain to the student that the utilization of silence can actually represent the ability of a confident interviewer, as sometimes it is more important to listen than to keep talking.

This response encourages the student to overcome their fear and understand the importance of active listening in the interview process.