When the nurse is interviewing a preadolescent girl, which opening statement would be least threatening?
A) "Do you have any questions about growing up?"
B) "What has your mother told you about growing up?"
C) "When did you notice that your body was changing?"
D) "I remember being very scared when I got my period. How do you think you'll feel?"
Ans: C) "When did you notice that your body was changing?"
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This type of request is considered a (an): 1. Non-revenue expense. 2. Capital expense. 3. Variable cost. 4. Allocation of funds.
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