Which Nursing Intervention Should Be Prioritized When Caring for a Child

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which nursing intervention should be prioritized when caring for a child diagnosed with intellectual disability?

• A) Encourage the parents to always prioritize the needs of the child.
• B) Modify the child's environment to promote independence and encourage impulse control.
• C) Delay extensive diagnostic studies until the child is developmentally mature.
• D) Provide one-on-one tutorial education in a private setting to decrease overstimulation.

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Definitions:

Arcuate Nucleus

The Arcuate Nucleus is a collection of neurons in the hypothalamus with roles in regulating appetite, metabolism, and other physiological functions.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for the production of many of the body’s essential hormones, regulating vital functions including temperature, hunger, and thirst.

Located Within

Situated or existing in the interior or inside part of something.

Blood Glucose

The main type of sugar found in the blood and the body's main source of energy.