The Nurse Works in a Clinic for Medically Fragile Children

question 4

Multiple Choice

The nurse works in a clinic for medically fragile children who require constant home care. The nurse has noticed that a high percentage of the families wind up divorcing. In an attempt to reduce the divorce rate among the parents, the nurse creates an educational session for parents of medically fragile children that focuses on the need for:

• A)Communication.
• B)Financial stability.
• C)Meeting the child's physical needs.
• D)The state laws that have relevance to the medically fragile child.

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Definitions:

Fifth Stage

In Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, the fifth stage is "Identity vs. Role Confusion," a period during adolescence when individuals explore their identity and sense of self.

Crisis Resolution

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Favorable Outcome

A result or end-point that is beneficial, positive, or desirable in nature, often in the context of goals, plans, or expectations.

Maslow's Needs

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