A parent is concerned about her children's reaction should their ...

[melina_rosy]

A parent is concerned about her children's reaction should their grandmother die. What understanding will guide the nurse's response?
 
  a. Children are unlikely to notice their grandmother's absence if no one reminds them.
  b. Young children often understand that other people die, but do not equate it with themselves.
  c. The children's response will depend entirely on whether they have been acquainted with death before this.
  d. Children can understand the concept of a higher being much like adults can.

Question 2

What is the most appropriate intervention when dealing with occasional aggression in a 4-year-old child?
 
  a. Have the child take a time-out in the corner for 4 minutes.
  b. Spank the child at the time of the incident.
  c. Take away television privileges for the day.
  d. Send the child to his room for 30 minutes.

[cassie_ragen]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Between 3 and 4 years of age, the child becomes curious about death and dying. They may realize that others die, but they do not relate death to themselves.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Time-out periods, usually lasting 1 minute per year of age, with the child sitting in a chair or corner, are considered an effective disciplinary technique.