The following information is collected during the nursing assessment: the adolescent's menses began when she was 12 years old; a current body mass index (BMI) of 27.5; inconsistent school performance over the last several years. Which is the priority area of teaching for this adolescent?
1. Menstrual cycle
2. Nutritional intake
3. School performance
4. Mental health status
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Explanation:
1. The menstrual cycle appears to have started at a normal time, and so it is not the priority.
2. The BMI for this client is too high, placing the adolescent at risk for cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and diabetes mellitus in later life. Therefore, nutritional intake is the most important topic to focus on with this client at this time.
3. School performance is important; however, this is not the priority.
4. Mental health status is important; however, this is not the priority.
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