A nursing instructor is guiding nursing students on best practices for interviewing patients. Which of the following comments by a student would indicate a need for further instruction?
A)"My patient is a young adult, so I plan to talk to her without her parents in the room."
B)"Because my patient is old enough to be my grandfather, I will address him with 'Mr.'"
C)"When reading my patient's health record, I thought of a few questions to ask."
D)"When I give my patient his pain medication, I will have time to ask questions."

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Option D indicates a need for further instruction because administering medication is not an appropriate time to conduct an interview or ask questions. This time should be focused on ensuring the correct administration of medication and observing for any immediate reactions or side effects, not for conducting an interview which requires the patient's full attention and comfort.

A Nursing Instructor Is Guiding Nursing Students on Best Practices