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The primary duty as an ambassador at the hospital where I volunteer is visiting with every patient except those in isolation. I communicate with patients not only verbally but also nonverbally by interpreting patients’ eye contact, facial expressions, and gestures since some of patients are unable to speak freely. In the beginning, I was unable to fully comprehend their body languages; however, I am getting better gradually. Staying in their room alone for a long time, patients appreciate my presence most of the time. They take pleasure from talking about their family, job, weather, and local news. Sometimes they are curious about me and ask me numerous questions. It is the most important task I perform as a volunteer as I mitigate patients

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