The nurse chooses to interview a family in the clinic office. A rationale for this decision is the:
a. Nurse's territory will provide the nurse with power
b. More formal setting may allow for better discussion of family issues
c. Nurse will feel more comfortable
d. Environment of the family can be assessed
B
Choosing a more formal, less personal setting might help the family begin discussion of emo-tionally charged issues, so it is an advantage for the nurse to suggest the clinic office.
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