During an Initial Session,an Adolescent Girl Tells You That She

question 21

Multiple Choice

During an initial session,an adolescent girl tells you that she is pregnant and is considering an abortion.Which of the following would be the most ethical and professional course for you to follow?

• A)Encourage her to get the abortion as soon as possible,without exploring any other option.
• B)Steer her toward having her baby and then consider adoption for her baby.
• C)Suggest that she go to church and pray about her situation.
• D)Help her to clarify the range of her choices in light of her own values.

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