Which of the following best describes how the medical assistant should be positioned when communicating with a patient?
1) Stand directly over the patient so he can look up and see you clearly.
2) Maintain a close, but comfortable, position to observe his verbal and nonverbal cues.
3) Sit far away from the patient so you do not appear too friendly.
4) Sit very close to the patient on the exam table so you can hear everything.
