Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Canada Examination (RPNCE) Practice test

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When assessing an 8-year-old client who is uncooperative, what should the RPN do first?

Ask James' parents to help answer intake interview questions
Refer James to the child psychologist
Spend time playing with James to build a rapport
Ask James' parents to bring in his favourite books to read

The correct answer is: Ask James' parents to help answer intake interview questions

The best initial approach when working with an uncooperative child, such as the 8-year-old client in this scenario, is to seek assistance from the parents to facilitate the assessment process. Engaging the parents can provide valuable background information and insight into James' behavior and situation. It may help establish a context for his uncooperativeness and ease the assessment process. While building rapport through play is important, and using familiar books can create a comfortable atmosphere, these options would typically come after obtaining initial information from the parents. Involving the parents first can help guide the clinician in understanding the child's behavior and tailoring approaches appropriately.