When interviewing a 12-year-old child in an outpatient psychiatric setting, the nurse can establish a high degree of credibility by saying:
A) How would you describe your parents?
B) Tell me about your best friend.
C) I have several teddy bears; would you like one to hold?
D) You'd get along better with your parents if you'd follow their advice.
Question 2
The nurse is caring for a female adolescent client diagnosed with depression and substance abuse. Which of the following would be most appropriate for the nurse to do?
A) Determine if the client is experiencing hyperactivity.
B) Ask her if she is having thoughts of harming herself.
C) Determine if the client is exhibiting Wernicke's syndrome.
D) Ask the client if she has had problems with excessive anxiety.
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