Family Members Are Visiting a Child Who Is Mechanically Ventilated

question 2

Multiple Choice

Family members are visiting a child who is mechanically ventilated and heavily sedated.The parents are visibly distressed.Which statement from the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) "Her latest arterial blood gases show compensated acidosis."
• B) "I'm glad you are here; let me get you some chairs to sit in."
• C) "She is so heavily sedated that she will not know if you are here or not."
• D) "You can talk to and touch your child to let her know you are here."

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Definitions:

Behavioral Intent

an individual’s plan or intention to perform a specific behavior, often considered a predictor of actual behavior.

Emotional Component

An aspect of a phenomenon that relates to feelings, emotions, and affective states of individuals involved.

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological discomfort experienced when holding two conflicting beliefs, attitudes, or values simultaneously.

Consonance

A harmonious agreement or compatibility among the components of a system, philosophy, or group, often leading to a coherent and unified whole.