A Child Diagnosed with Depression Is Given the Nursing Diagnosis

question 17

Multiple Choice

A child diagnosed with depression is given the nursing diagnosis of situational low self-esteem.Which statement by the child indicates that a short-term goal has been met?

• A) "I have to sleep a lot when I feel sad, sometimes until noon!"
• B) "I wish I didn't make so many mistakes in my homework."
• C) "My mom makes me special cookies when I am feeling sad."
• D) "When I was feeling bad, I remembered my great science project."

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Definitions:

Tissues

Groups of similar cells that perform a specific function within an organism, making up organs and other parts of the body.

Sponges

Simple aquatic animals belonging to the phylum Porifera, characterized by porous bodies through which water flows.

Echinoderms

A phylum of marine animals including sea stars, sea urchins, and sand dollars, characterized by radial symmetry and a unique water vascular system.

Nematodes

A phylum of worm-like organisms known as roundworms, which can be found in various habitats and play diverse ecological roles.