The Nurse Is Assessing Coping Behaviors of a Family with a Child

question 33

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assessing coping behaviors of a family with a child with a chronic illness. What indicates approach coping behaviors? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Plans realistically for the future
• B) Verbalizes possible loss of the child
• C) Uses magical thinking and fantasy
• D) Realistically perceives the child's condition
• E) Does not share the burden of the disorder with others

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Definitions:

Iliac Fossae

The large, concave areas on the inner surface of the iliac bones, part of the pelvis.

Olecranon Process

A prominent projection on the upper end of the ulna that forms the tip of the elbow.

Distal End

The farthest point from the center of the body, or the point farthest from the point of attachment of a limb or structure.

Upper Limb

The portion of the human body that extends from the shoulder to the hand, including the arm, forearm, wrist, and fingers.