A mother brings her 14-year-old daughter into the pediatric clinic for a routine physical prior to beginning high school. The adolescent has gained a significant amount of weight since her last visit
a. The client's mother expresses concern regarding her daughter's weight gain. What questions should the nurse ask of the client to determine possible contributing factors?
b. You ask the mother to leave the room for the physical exam. The adolescent asks if you can prescribe birth control for her. What information would you give to the client?
- A nursing assessment of the adolescent's diet and exercise patterns
- Assessment for type 2 diabetes
b.
(should the patient's age be part of the discussion? Are there issues about birth control counseling for minors without their parents' consent?)
- The nurse should assess the client's sexual risk behaviors, by asking about sexual activity and use of other contraceptives.
- The nurse should impart information regarding sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy.
- The nurse should also determine if the client's weight gain is due to pregnancy, by discussing the client's menstrual cycle and obtaining an order for a pregnancy test.
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