The mother of a 14-year-old girl who is diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder tells the nurse that she has read extensively on this disorder and does not believe the diagnosis is correct for her daughter. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
1. “It sounds like you are very interested in your daughter. Let's focus on what is best for her.”
2. “Tell me what you have found in your reading that is leading you to that conclusion.”
3. “Your doctor has had many years of education and experience, so you can believe he's right.”
4. “That doesn't matter now because we just need to help her get better.”
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