A teenager is accompanied by his mother to the annual physical examination. The nurse is aware of privacy issues related to the teenager. While the mother is in the room, which topic should the nurse avoid?

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Cigarette smoking is a sensitive topic that the teenager may not want to discuss in front of their mother. The other topics (school performance, school friends, and seatbelt use) are less sensitive and can be discussed in the presence of the mother. However, the nurse should also make sure to address any concerns or questions the teenager may have privately, either by pulling them aside or scheduling a follow-up appointment without the mother present.

A Teenager Is Accompanied by His Mother to the Annual