A young female client comes into the emergency department with vague physical symptoms and does not make eye contact with the nurse during the interview.In order to best assess the client,what should the nurse ask the client?

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The client's avoidance of eye contact and vague physical symptoms may be indicative of abuse or trauma. Asking directly if someone is hurting the client can facilitate disclosure and allow for appropriate interventions to be implemented. Options A, B, and D may not address the underlying issue and may not elicit important information related to the client's current state.

A Young Female Client Comes into the Emergency Department with Vague