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A child diagnosed with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is having difficulty completing homework assignments. What information should the nurse include when teaching the parents about task performance improvement?
 
  A. The parents should isolate the child when completing homework to improve focus.
  B. The parents should withhold privileges if homework is not completed within a 2-hour period.
  C. The parents should divide the homework task into smaller steps and provide an activity break.
  D. The parents should administer an extra dose of methylphenidate (Ritalin) prior to homework.

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An 8-year-old client diagnosed with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was admitted 5 days ago for management of temper tantrums. What would be a priority nursing intervention during the termination phase of the nurseclient relationship?
 
  A. Set a contract with the client to limit acting-out behaviors while hospitalized.
  B. Teach the importance of taking fluoxetine (Prozac) consistently, even when feeling better.
  C. Discuss behaviors that are and are not acceptable on the unit.
  D. Ask the client to demonstrate learned coping skills without direction from the nurse.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
By dividing the homework task into smaller steps, the child can remain more focused within a limited about of time. Physical activity can release pent-up energy that would distract from task completion.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The priority nursing intervention during the termination phase of the nurseclient relationship should include encouraging the client to demonstrate the coping skills learning during the working phase of the nurseclient relationship.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Wow, this really help

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