A nurse is counseling a 16-year-old client whose mother is getting remarried next month. The client, his mother, and his soon-to-be stepfather have been in counseling with the nurse
Which teaching by the nurse is important when fostering positive relationships within this new family structure?
A) "Your son should only be disciplined by one parent."
B) "Do not have any more children, since your son is too old for a sibling."
C) "Keep the lines of communication open between all of you."
D) "Allow your son to make all of his own choices, since this new situation will be hard for him."
C
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