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When interviewing parents who are suspected of child abuse, the nurse would use which of the following interview techniques?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The nurse must be honest, direct, professional, and attentive in her interview to gain the parent's trust. The nurse should approach the parents in private, away from the child. Asking them to relive and evaluate the situation may be looked at as placing blame on the parents for the child's 'accident.' At this point, the parents may get defensive and stop communicating. Although you may call child protective services, the nurse should inform the parents of their responsibility to do this and explain the process to them.