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Carter Is a 2-Year-Old Child Who Has Experienced Multiple Hospital

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Carter is a 2-year-old child who has experienced multiple hospital admissions to treat a congenital heart disorder.Upon today's admission,the nurse notices that the child is lying curled in the bed holding a stuffed animal and will not interact with his parents.How should the nurse interpret this behaviour?


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Parenting Style

The manner in which parents raise and guide their children, involving strategies and approaches to discipline, communication, and nurturing.

Authoritative

A leadership style marked by the ability to guide or direct others while encouraging independence and creativity.

Consistent Limits

Clear, predictable boundaries set by authority figures that guide individuals' behavior.

Theory of Mind

The cognitive ability to understand that others have beliefs, desires, and intentions that are different from one's own.

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