You are collecting a history from an 11-year-old girl. Her mother is sitting next to her in the examination room. When collecting history from older children or adolescents, they should
A)never be interviewed alone because this may alienate the parent.
B)be mailed a questionnaire in advance to avoid the need for her to talk.
C)be given the opportunity to be interviewed without the parent at some point
D)be allowed to direct the flow of the interview.
E)be ignored while you address all questions to the parent.

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An older child should be given the opportunity to give information directly. This enhances the probability that the child will follow your advice.

You Are Collecting a History from an 11-Year-Old Girl