This question falls under Partnership and Advocacy , which emphasizes building trust, emotional connection, and respectful engagement with patients and families. In CPXP practice, empathy is communicated not only verbally but also through nonverbal behaviors . Option A (Maintaining eye contact) is the best answer because it demonstrates attentiveness, presence, and genuine concern—key components of empathetic communication during service recovery. Option B is verbal, not nonverbal. Option C (writing notes) may appear attentive but can reduce personal connection if overused. Option D (remaining standing) may create a power distance and signal disengagement. CPXP principles highlight that effective service recovery requires active listening, emotional validation, and nonverbal cues like eye contact and open body language to rebuild trust and improve the patient experience.