Chris, Age 9 Years, Has Several Physical Disabilities

question 12

Multiple Choice

Chris, age 9 years, has several physical disabilities. His father explains to the nurse that his son concentrates on what he can, rather than cannot, do and is as independent as possible. The nurse's best interpretation of this is which of the following?

• A)The father is experiencing denial.
• B)The father is expressing his own views.
• C)Child is using an adaptive coping style.
• D)Child is using a maladaptive coping style.

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Definitions:

Primary Appraisal

The initial evaluation process where a person assesses the significance of a stressor or event.

Nonorganic Failure to Thrive

Describes a condition seen in infants and young children who do not gain weight or grow as expected without a clear medical cause, often linked to emotional deprivation or poor caregiving environments.

Undernutrition

A form of malnutrition resulting from not getting enough nutrients, leading to various health issues due to inadequate food intake or poor absorption of nutrients.

Marasmus

A severe form of malnutrition characterized by energy deficiency, often seen in young children, leading to significant weight loss and muscle wasting.