Analisa is seeking your help as a clinician to overcome her fear of flying. You are aware of a new, experimental treatment that involves virtual reality skydiving. What is the best way to introduce Analisa to that treatment?

A. Surprise her with the experimental treatment so she doesn't have a chance to resist.
B. Explain the benefits of the treatment but minimize the risks.
C. Explain the benefits and the risks and get Analisa's explicit approval to proceed with the plan.
D. Introduce the plan as the best and only option to fully cure her of her fear.


Answer: C

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