An obese adolescent who adamantly denies sexual activity has a positive pregnancy test,which was performed in the adolescent clinic. The appropriate nursing statement to the adolescent is
1. "Tell me how you feel about yourbody image."
2. "When was your last menstrualperiod (LMP)?"
3. "Let's discuss some activities that youhave done within the past few months that could possibly lead to pregnancy."
4. "Were you involved in a date rape andare you hesitant to speak about it?"
Answer:3
Rationale: The nurse must help the adolescent realize that previous behaviors have led to a positive pregnancy test. The only response by the nurse that will accomplish this goal is for the nurse to ask a direct question in which the nurse and client search for an answer.
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