If an adult client ignores the interviewer's obvious seating arrangement and chooses an unusual seat, what should the interviewer do?
A) Immediately ask the client about the choice, because this can provide valuable diagnostic information.
B) Make a mental note of the client's behavior and continue with the interview as usual.
C) Ask the client to sit in the usual arrangement but continue with the interview if the client refuses.
D) Ask the client to sit in the usual arrangement, and if he or she refuses, politely ask him or her to leave the room.
E) Where clients sit is basically irrelevant to the clinical interviewing process.

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It is important to acknowledge and make note of the client's behavior, but it is not necessary to immediately ask about it unless it is relevant to the clinical interview. Continuing with the interview as usual can help to establish rapport and build trust with the client. It is not necessary to force the client to sit in a specific arrangement unless it is necessary for safety reasons. Choosing an unusual seat may not necessarily be indicative of any specific diagnostic information, and asking the client to leave the room should only be done as a last resort in situations where the therapist or client's safety is at risk.

If an Adult Client Ignores the Interviewer's Obvious Seating Arrangement