A Parent Was Recently Hospitalized with Severe Depression

question 21

Multiple Choice

A parent was recently hospitalized with severe depression. Family members say, "We're falling apart. Nobody knows what to expect, who should make decisions, or how to keep the family together." Which interventions should the nurse use when working with this family?

• A) Help the family set realistic expectations.
• B) Provide empathy, acceptance, and support.
• C) Empower the family by teaching problem solving.
• D) Negotiate role flexibility amongst family members.
• E) Focus planning on the family rather than on the patient.

Identify protective factors and community resources that support children's resilience and well-being.

Understand the legal and ethical responsibilities of professionals in reporting suspected child abuse.

Describe effective approaches to preventing child sexual abuse and supporting abused children's recovery.

Grasp the psychological and social dimensions of fears and anxieties in children and adolescents.

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