The Nurse Is Working with the Family of a Child

question 13

Multiple Choice

The nurse is working with the family of a child with conduct disorder (CD) .The parents are very stressed and fighting a great deal.What action by the nurse is the most appropriate?

• A) Assess the family for sleep disturbances.
• B) Question the parents about alcohol intake.
• C) Refer the family to a weekend respite program.
• D) Suggest the parents enter couples' counseling.

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