An 8 Year Old Will Soon Be Able to Return

question 20

Multiple Choice

An 8 year old will soon be able to return to school after an injury that resulted in several severe,chronic disabilities.What is the most appropriate action by the school nurse to help assure a smooth transition back to school?

• A) Recommending that the child's parents attend school at first to prevent teasing
• B) Preparing the child's classmates and teachers for changes they can expect
• C) Referring the child to a school where the children have chronic disabilities similar to hers
• D) Discussing with both the child and the parents the fact that classmates will not likely be as accepting as before

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Definitions:

Blastocyst

A stage within the germinal period of prenatal development in which the zygote has the form of a sphere of cells surrounding a cavity of fluid.

Trophoblast

The outer part of the blastocyst from which the amniotic sac, placenta, and umbilical cord develop.

Placenta

An organ connected to the uterine wall and to the fetus by the umbilical cord. The placenta serves as a relay station between mother and fetus for the exchange of nutrients and wastes.

Prenatal Activity

Activities or behaviors exhibited by a fetus in the womb, including movements and responses to different stimuli.