Which of the Following Guidelines Applies When Interviewing an Adolescent

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following guidelines applies when interviewing an adolescent patient?

• A) Try to have a parent or peer stay with the patient.
• B) Conduct the interview in private.
• C) Remember that, although they look grown up, adolescents still want to be treated like children.
• D) Avoid asking questions about sensitive topics such as substance abuse and sexual activity.

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Definitions:

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Behavioristic View Point

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