The nurse is taking a history of a new client in the clinic. Histories tend to be lengthy, and the sexual part can be difficult for the client. The nurse should use what technique to make it easier for the client?
1. Let the client fill out a paper copy, so she does not have to talk about intimate matters.
2. Skip the sexual part until the next time the client comes into the clinic.
3. Start with the easier medical and surgical questions, and develop a feeling of trust with the client.
4. Leave the sexual part of the history for the doctor to ask about.
3
Explanation: 3. Starting with easy-to-answer questions and then going to the sexual ones helps, as client might be at ease by then.
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