The parents of an adolescent report that their child has recently ...

[melina_rosy]

The parents of an adolescent report that their child has recently gotten into trouble at school for cheating on an examination and has been barred from participating in a school trip as a consequence of that action.
 
  They ask for the nurse's professional opinion about the suitability of the punishment. Which answer best supports self-esteem development in this adolescent?
  1. I think the punishment may be excessive. Have you talked with the school officials about the incident?
  2. Since my expertise is in health, I really can't respond to your question.
  3. Honesty and respect for authorities is important. I am surprised that the punishment is not more extensive.
  4. Living with the consequences of your actions is a way to help the adolescent develop good self-esteem.

Question 2

The nurse working in a long-term care facility notices that one of the residents has had a recent decline in self-esteem. What intervention would be appropriate for this resident?
 
  1. Ask the resident for advice in setting up an activity in the dayroom.
  2. Keep the resident too busy to dwell in the past.
  3. Don't allow the resident to talk about minor concerns.
  4. Meet with the social worker to plan all of the client's care.

[srodz]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Since the nurse does not have all the information, it would be a mistake to agree that the punishment is excessive.
Rationale 2: The nurse does need to respond to these parents, even though the nurse may not have enough information to form an opinion about the situation.
Rationale 3: Since the nurse does not have all the information, it would be a mistake to agree that the punishment should be more extensive.
Rationale 4: One of the most important tasks of adolescence and a prime way to develop self-esteem is to take responsibility and to live with the consequences of actions.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Asking the client for advice in setting up an activity in the dayroom validates the client's usefulness and worth.
Rationale 2: Reminiscence therapy is a standard therapy used with older clients.
Rationale 3: The nurse and staff should listen carefully to client concerns.
Rationale 4: Clients should be encouraged to be a part of the planning of their care.

[melina_rosy]

Thanks

[srodz]

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