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An Adolescent Asks a Nurse Conducting an Assessment Interview, "Why

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An adolescent asks a nurse conducting an assessment interview, "Why should I tell you anything? You'll just tell my parents whatever you find out." Which response by the nurse is appropriate?

An adolescent asks a nurse conducting an assessment interview, "Why should I tell you anything? You'll just tell my parents whatever you find out." Which response by the nurse is appropriate?


A) "That isn't true. What you tell us is private and held in strict confidence. Your parents have no right to know."
B) "Yes, your parents may find out what you say, but it is important that they know about your problems."
C) "What you say about feelings is private, but some things, like suicidal thinking, must be reported to the treatment team."
D) "It sounds as though you are not really ready to work on your problems and make changes."

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