During the annual physical examination, a teenage client tells the nurse that she is anxious as well as frustrated because of the acne on her face. Which is the best response for the nurse?
A) "This is one of the most common physical changes during adolescence."
B) "It could be serious; seek consultation when your primary care physician examines you."
C) "Most adolescents get acne during adolescence, don't worry."
D) "You must be eating fried foods or sweets in large quantities."
A
Feedback:
It is important for the nurse to inform the client that acne is one of the physical changes that characterizes adolescence as a result of increased glandular activity. The client need not seek consultation with the primary care provider, because the condition is not serious. The client should not be reprimanded; the condition should be explained as a natural phase. The client's worries should not be trivialized or ignored either.
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