What would be the appropriate response to an adolescent who states, "This has been the worst day of my life"?
a. "You should focus your mind on positive thoughts."
b. "Everybody has a bad day now and then."
c. "You're young. What could be so terrible?"
d. "Tell me about the worst day of your life."
ANS: D
The nurse establishes a rapport with the adolescent by acknowledging his or her feelings and giving the adolescent full attention.
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