The nurse is speaking with a parent of a child with cerebral ...

[Arii_bell]

The nurse is speaking with a parent of a child with cerebral palsy who is also severely developmental delayed. On which of the following should the nurse follow up?
 
  1. I understand that my child will not be able to play the same as do other children the same age.
   2. I know my child will not be able to attend the same school as do other children his age.
   3. I understand that my child will not achieve the same milestones as do other children his age.
   4. I know my child will be able to perform at the same level as do other children the same age.

Question 2

The nurse is conducting an educational program for parents of children with chronic conditions. Which of the following statements should the nurse follow up on?
 
  1. I know my child will get better and not have to take any more medication.
   2. I know my child will need assistance with activities of daily living.
   3. I know my child will have to stay on a special diet.
   4. I know my child will have to have specialized education.

[zenzy]

Answer to Question 1

4
Rationale:
1. Children with severe developmental delays will not achieve the same level as their peers.
2. Although children with chronic conditions who are developmentally delayed can attend school, they will not perform on the same level at will their peers.
3. Children with developmental delays will not achieve the same milestones as the same time as their peers.
4. Chronic conditions can contribute to developmental delays in achieving cognitive and motor milestones.

Answer to Question 2

1
Rationale:
1. Chronic conditions might require lifetime dependence on medication.
2. Assistance of daily living activities is needed for children with chronic conditions.
3. Depending on the diagnosis, children with chronic conditions might require a special diet.
4. Children with a chronic condition will require specialized education.

[Arii_bell]

Gracias!

[nothere]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it