A 15-year-old male patient is experiencing nocturnal emissions. What nursing intervention would be appropriate for this patient?
A) Ask the parents to consult with a specialist.
B) Tell the patient to limit physical activity in the evening.
C) Ask the primary care provider to perform a physical examination.
D) No intervention is necessary as this is a normal phenomenon.
D
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