Emma, a 16-Year-Old Client, Came into the Office to Have

question 13

Multiple Choice

Emma, a 16-year-old client, came into the office to have a pregnancy test. She appears anxious and tears up at one point. After conducting the pregnancy test and finding that it is positive, the nurse approaches Emma to deliver the news. Which of the following would be the best thing for the nurse to tell the client?

• A) "Congratulations! You're pregnant. I'm so happy for you."
• B) "The test is positive. That means you are pregnant."
• C) "The bad news is, 'you're pregnant'. The good news is, 'I have some helpful literature on abortion for you to peruse.'"
• D) "Well, you are pregnant. But don't worry-I had my first child when I was your age, and everything has turned out fine."

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