CommunicationQuestion 20 of 1700
What should you keep in mind when you use touch to show caring?
- Do it respectfully and know the patient's cultural beliefs
- Use touch only if the patient asks for it first every time
- Use touch in place of words when the patient is upset
- Avoid all touch during any kind of painful procedure
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Correct answer: Do it respectfully and know the patient's cultural beliefs
Touch can show caring, but it must respect the person’s culture.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 1.3: Communication Within the Health Care Team
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026