The nurse is using the PLISSIT model when discussing sexual health with a client. Which would be an appropriate comment for the SS portion of PLISSIT?
A) "If you were to use the pill, the cost of the pill will be $5.00 per month."
B) "The typical signs and symptoms include nausea and vomiting."
C) "Keeping sexual secrets can hurt a healthy relationship."
D) "Some people practice birth control, while others choose not to. It is an individual choice."
Ans: A
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The acronym stands for the following: P = permission giving, LI = limited information, SS = specific suggestions, and IT = intensive therapy
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