Nurses can practice active listening by following these steps:
1. Maintain Eye Contact: Make eye contact to show that you are fully engaged in the conversation. 2. Use Open-Ended Questions: Encourage patients to express themselves by asking open-ended questions. 3. Reflect and Paraphrase: Reflecting and paraphrasing what the patient has said shows that you understand their concerns. 4. Avoid Interrupting: Let the patient speak without interruptions to fully convey their thoughts and feelings. 5. Provide Feedback: Offer feedback and clarification to ensure that there is no misunderstanding.
