Answer A is correct: % chose this answer, “It sounds like you are worried about a parasite infection. Tell me more about what you’ve read.” Great job. A is the best answer because it uses person-centered, nonjudgmental communication, as recommended by the ADA. It avoids dismissive language and explores misinformation respectfully. It preserves the therapeutic alliance.

Answer B is incorrect: % chose this answer, “Yes. We will be treating that issue soon, but first we need to focus on your insulin doses.” Option B offers a false narrative saying that they are going to treat the parasitic infection then shifts focus to the blood glucose, without recognizing JR’s emotional distress.

Answer C is incorrect: % chose this answer, “I can see how you would be concerned, but here is no such thing as pancreatic parasites.” Option C does initially recognize the emotions but then ends with a dismissive tone, that may make JR feel defensive and unheard.

Answer D is incorrect: % chose this answer, “Sadly, prediabetes always progresses to diabetes when people are acutely ill, and you will probably be discharged on insulin therapy.” Option D completely ignores the emotional distress in addition to making assumptions that may not be true.

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