When planning care for a pregnant adolescent, what nursing action supports the developmental task of this age group?

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Helping adolescents to make their own health care decisions at health care visits helps to foster a sense of independence. During a visit, the adolescent can weigh herself to feel independent. Insisting that no further sexual relations occur and delaying school do not foster a sense of independence. Permitting the pregnant adolescent to determine the total weight gain for the pregnancy would not be safe considering the patient is still developing physically.

When Planning Care for a Pregnant Adolescent, What Nursing Action