A patient approaches the nurse in the clinic waiting room and says, "I want to talk to you about a sexual matter." The nurse can best facilitate the discussion by

A) saying, "Let's go my office."
B) responding, "I want to help. Go ahead; I'm listening."
C) telling the patient, "Let's schedule another appointment."
D) offering to sit in a corner of the waiting room with the patient.

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Pardeep Dalal · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  A discussion of sexual concerns requires privacy. Suggesting use of office space is preferable to using the waiting room, where others cannot help but overhear sensitive material. The distracters block communication.

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