The Nurse Is Caring for an Adolescent Who Had an External

question 4

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for an adolescent who had an external fixator placed after suffering a fracture of the wrist during a bicycle accident.Which statement by the adolescent would be expected about separation anxiety?

• A) "I wish my parents could spend the night with me while I am in the hospital."
• B) "I think I would like my siblings to visit me,but not my friends."
• C) "I hope my friends don't forget about visiting me."
• D) "I will be embarrassed if my friends come to the hospital to visit."

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Definitions:

External Control

Influence or regulation by external factors or entities over an organization's or individual's actions and decisions.

Internal Control

Mechanisms, rules, and procedures implemented by a company to ensure the integrity of financial and accounting information, promote accountability, and prevent fraud.