A 15-year-old patient is concerned because her mother wants her to receive the HPV vaccination,but the patient is unsure if she wants it.Which response by the nurse is most therapeutic?

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The nurse should encourage health promotion behaviors but first must consider the autonomy of the patient.The nurse would want to value the input of the patient in making a decision and to address any concerns the patient may have.The HPV vaccine is a preventative treatment,whether or not the patient is sexually active.The nurse should not make assumptions about a patient's home life; instead,the nurse should ask questions while establishing a therapeutic relationship.

A 15-Year-Old Patient Is Concerned Because Her Mother Wants Her