You are assessing a 5-year-old boy who complains of arm pain after falling down three steps. As you physically assess the patient, he tries to bite your hands. His mother is at his side. Which statement by you is appropriate to make regarding the behavior of biting?
A) "If you bite me, I will not help you feel better."
B) "Do you bite your mother? Why would you try to bite me?"
C) "Mom, you need to stop him from biting me."
D) "I know that you hurt, but biting is not okay."
D) "I know that you hurt, but biting is not okay."
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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A. tell her that she can take a shower if she will allow you to transport her. B. advise her that since she was the victim of a crime she must be transported. C. transport her since the assault has interfered with her ability to think clearly. D. explain the seriousness of the situation but allow her to refuse if she wishes.