The Nurse Is Discussing the Results of Recent Laboratory Tests

question 4

Multiple Choice

The nurse is discussing the results of recent laboratory tests with a female client, who tested positive for a sexually transmitted infection. Which statement by the nurse is the most therapeutic?

• A) "If you did not sleep around, this would not be happening."
• B) "The best way to prevent this from happening again is to not have sex until you are married."
• C) "I understand that this result is concerning. I would like to discuss how to prevent this from occurring again."
• D) "You may never be able to have children because of this diagnosis."

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Definitions:

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