When an adolescent client appears reluctant to discuss sensitive issues with the parent present, the nurse's most appropriate intervention is to:
a. Tell the client that it is very important to be honest and specific.
b. Create time at the end of the interview when the adolescent is alone with the nurse.
c. Reassure the client that anything said in the interview is considered confidential.
d. Ask the parent to answer the questions if the client is not willing to answer.
ANS: B
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