A nurse is conducting a sexual health assessment for a 28-year-old patient who reports being sexually active. The patient appears uncomfortable and avoids eye contact when the topic is introduced. Which statement by the nurse best demonstrates an appropriate approach to gather necessary information while respecting the patient's comfort level?
- "I understand this may feel uncomfortable. I ask all clients these questions because sexual health is part of overall health."
- "I need to ask you some questions about your sexual activity. It's required for your medical record."
- "If you're too embarrassed to discuss this, we can skip the sexual health questions for now."
- "Let me just document that you're sexually active and we can move on to the next section."