Which of the Following Statements About Chronically Ill Children Is

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about chronically ill children is true?

• A) About 10 percent of U.S. children suffer from severe chronic illnesses.
• B) Children with chronic illnesses usually outperform agemates on academic progress.
• C) A strong link exists between good family functioning and child well-being for chronically ill children.
• D) Most chronically ill children fare well in emotional and social adjustment.

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Definitions:

Medication Administration Record

A document used by healthcare providers to record and track the medications administered to a patient.

Y-port

A Y-shaped connection piece used in medical tubing systems to allow multiple lines to connect to a single access point.

Enteric-coated Medication

Pills designed to dissolve in the intestine rather than the stomach to prevent irritation.

Liquid Medication

is a form of medication that is administered in a liquid form, often used for ease of swallowing or for accurate dosing in pediatric and geriatric patients.