A nurse is providing teaching to the parent of a school-age child who has a maintenance prescription for prednisone following an acute asthma attack. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?

Rationale:

A. This is a positive reinforcement strategy that can motivate the child to take the medication and reduce the unpleasant taste.

B. Giving milk with the medication may not be suitable for all medications, and some medications may interact with dairy products.

C. Mixing the medication with the child's favorite food is not advised because it can alter the taste and texture of the food and make the child dislike it in the future.

D. Diluting the medication with water may not be appropriate for all medications, and it could alter the effectiveness or stability of the medication.

Rationale:

A. In many jurisdictions, adolescents have the legal right to consent to testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) without parental involvement. Obtaining written consent from the client is appropriate in this situation.

B. While verbal consent from the social worker may be helpful, the client's own consent is required for STI testing.

C. Depending on local laws and policies, contacting the client's parents for consent may not be necessary or appropriate, especially if the adolescent is seeking confidential care.

D. Postponing testing until the client's parents are present may delay necessary medical care and breach the adolescent's right to confidential healthcare.