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lilldybug07

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Which does the nurse include in the plan of care for an adolescent with a chronic condition?
 
  1. Being more concerned for parents
  2. Exhibiting less concern about appearance
  3. Having an altered body image
  4. Portraying a higher self-esteem

Question 2

The nurse is providing care to a pediatric client who is newly diagnosed with a chronic condition. The parents ask, When will our child be able to assume more responsibility for managing the disease? Which age group will the nurse include in the response to the parents?
 
  1. Preschooler
  2. School-age
  3. Adolescent
  4. Toddler



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Answer to Question 1

3
Explanation:
1. As adolescents develop a sense of identity, they are focused on themselves and the present.
2. Adolescents with chronic conditions will have a heightened concern about their appearance.
3. Adolescents with chronic conditions might have inaccurate assessments of their body image.
4. Adolescents with chronic conditions have low self-esteem when comparing their bodies with those of their peers.

Answer to Question 2

2
Explanation:
1. Preschoolers do not have the cognitive and psychomotor skills for these tasks.
2. School-age children are developing a sense of industry and can begin assuming responsibility for self-care.
3. Adolescents should already be well accomplished at self-care.
4. Toddlers do not have the cognitive and psychomotor skills for these tasks.



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