Please Answer Fast Before Friday July 23, 2021. Sara, a 14-year-old, has come to the office for her school physical. She is very remote, moody, and unwilling to answer any questions you ask her as part of her physical exam. She seems to have changed a great deal in the past year, and is thinner, more unkempt, and lethargic. You notice also that her mother is constantly badgering her and rolling her eyes in exasperation at her lack of cooperation. What could you do to facilitate the examination and improve communication with Sara? What possible problems could Sara be experiencing? What should you do about the concerns that you have for Sara?

Sara is likely suffering from depression

Explanation:

To facilitate the exam, ask the parent to wait in the waiting area so you and Sara can talk alone. This way Sara will feel more comfortable in discussion with you without her mother hovering.

Sara may be suffering from depression. Her mother's criticism and judgements may be making her feel down or never "good enough".

To address your concerns for Sara:

1. administer a depression screening such as the PHQ-9 depression test questionnaire. If you find Sara is indeed depressed or has thoughts of hurting herself or others, she will need prompt treatment from a qualified health professional.

2. If Sara does NOT have intentions of hurting herself and her behavior is related to parent conflict, friend conflict, etc. then get her permission to have a discussion with her mother about it.

3. provide Sara with local/national hotline for depression and any other mental health resources that are available in your area (therapists, psychiatrists, community centers, etc.)

4. Follow-up with Sara with another visit in a timely manner to access her mental health.

answer:

no

explanation:

why do you do this

answer: no, they are not.*

although rubber bands that contain excessive amounts of dye, toxins, or additives are sometimes toxic, most rubber bands do not cause any health issues. since they are typically made of latex, (a natural substance that is extracted from trees) they are not dangerous in any way if you chew them or accidentally ingest a piece of rubber band. however, chewing rubber bands does pose a choking hazard and is not a good habit to have.

*depending on the type of rubber band. the typical rubber bands that you see at stores are not toxic, but other types of rubber or latex that contains certain chemicals may be unhealthy and hazardous.