A 15-Year-Old Was Referred to a Residential Program After an Arrest

question 35

Multiple Choice

A 15-year-old was referred to a residential program after an arrest for theft and multiple episodes of running away from home.At the program,the adolescent refused to participate in scheduled activities and pushed a staff member,causing a fall.Which approach by nursing staff will be most therapeutic?

• A) Neutrally permit refusals.
• B) Offer rewards in advance.
• C) Plead for compliance.
• D) Establish firm limits.

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