A Child Was Placed in a Foster Home After Being

question 31

Multiple Choice

A child was placed in a foster home after being removed from abusive parents. The child is apprehensive and overreacts to environmental stimuli. The foster parents ask the nurse how to help the child. Which interventions should the nurse suggest? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Use a calm manner and low voice.
• B) Maintain simplicity in the environment.
• C) Avoid repetition in what is said to the child.
• D) Minimize opportunities for exercise and play.
• E) Explain and reinforce reality to avoid distortions.

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