A Clinic Nurse Interviews an Adult Patient Who Reports Fatigue

A clinic nurse interviews an adult patient who reports fatigue, back pain, headaches, tension, and sleep disturbances. The patient then becomes reluctant to provide more information and wants to leave. How can the nurse best serve the patient?

A) Explore the possibility of patient social isolation.
B) Have the patient complete an abuse assessment screen.
C) Ask whether the patient has ever had psychiatric counseling.
D) Ask the patient to disrobe; then assess for signs of physical abuse.