An unmarried pregnant teenager asks the nurse for advice on what she should do about her pregnancy. How should the nurse respond?
A) Suggest abortion or adoption
B) Ask her what her family wants her to do about the pregnancy
C) Ask her what she wants to do about the pregnancy
D) Ask her if she would like to talk to a counselor
Ans: D
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The nurse should recognize that he or she does not have the specialized training of a counselor. A counselor has specialized training to help clients examine all options.
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