A Preschool Child Is Admitted to a Psychiatric Unit with a Diagnosis

question 1

Multiple Choice

A preschool child is admitted to a psychiatric unit with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. To help the child feel more secure on the unit, which intervention would a nurse include in this client's plan of care?

• A) Encourage and reward peer contact.
• B) Provide consistent caregivers.
• C) Provide a variety of safe daily activities.
• D) Maintain close physical contact throughout the day.