Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 92%
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A 14-year-old boy comes in for a yearly exam and confides in the nurse that he feels embarrassed he is shorter than most of the girls in his class. He asks if he will catch up in height. The best therapeutic response from the nurse is
Correct answer
B
Rationale
This response validates the boy├óÔé¼Ôäós feelings, provides factual reassurance about growth during puberty, and is empathetic without dismissing his concerns.