A female coach walks into your office and shares that one student conc

A female coach walks into your office and shares that one student concerns her. The student will not change into her gym clothes and does not seem to “move right.” Which of the following actions would be most appropriate for the nurse to take next?

a. Call the student into your office and discuss the importance of physical education to one’s health
b. Meet with the student and ask directly about sexual or physical abuse
c. Offer to attend the next physical education class and talk to the student
d. Point out how female adolescents are very concerned over body image and are usually embarrassed by their own lack of perfection, and suggest the coach be more understanding

ESSAYBID ANSWER

ANS: B
Adolescents being physically or sexually abused may have symptoms that include changes in behavior; difficulty in walking, sitting, or other movements; and refusing to change into gym attire or participate in physical activities. It would not be appropriate to minimize the situation, call the student out in front of the class, or have a conversation about the importance of physical education. Rather, the nurse should address the potential signs and symptoms that have been displayed by this student.