A client approaches a clinic nurse in the waiting room and states, "I'd like to talk with you about a sexual problem I'm having." The nurse can best facilitate the interview by:
1. Offering, "Go ahead if you like. I have time to listen."
2. Suggesting, "Let's sit over there in the corner to discuss this."
3. Saying, "Let's go into my office where there's more privacy."
4. Asking, "I'm rather busy today; can we talk at your next appointment?"
ANS: 3
It is the nurse's obligation to ensure a private, quiet space for assessment, ample time, and an un-hurried attitude. Options 1 and 2 fail to provide privacy. Option 3 cuts the client off.
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