It was recently discovered that a close family friend has sexually abused the client, a 12-year-old girl, for several years. The client's family is struggling with coping with the discovery. Which of the following types of questions is most appropriate as the nurse seeks to uncover the family's perception of the problem?

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A.This is incorrect. Future-oriented questions consider family options and meanings in the future.
B.This is incorrect. Circular questions focus on family understanding of the problem.
C.This is incorrect. Difference questions explore the differences in time, ideas, and beliefs among individuals in the family.
D.This is correct. Linear questions will inform the nurse about the family's descriptions or perceptions of the problem.

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