A 14-year-old client has a history of lying, stealing, and destruction of property. Personal items of peers have been found missing. After group therapy, a peer approaches the nurse to report that he has seen the 14- year-old with some of the missing items. The best response of the nurse is to:
- Request that he explain to the group why he took personal items from peers
- Approach him when he is alone to inquire about his involvement in the incident
- Imply to him that you doubt his involvement in the incident and request his denial
- Confront him openly in group and request an apology
Answer(s): B
Explanation:
(A) This answer is incorrect. There is no proof that he removed the missing items. (B) This answer is correct. Anxiety and defensiveness are lessened if the individual is approached in this manner. (C) This answer is incorrect. It is difficult for one to admit to wrongdoing with this approach. (D) This answer is incorrect. He has not yet been proved guilty. Confrontation will only increase defensiveness and anxiety.
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