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Caiter2013

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A nurse plans to include family in the aspects of care for a dying 12-month-old child. The nurse bases this plan on the understanding that death for an infant is understood as:
 
  a. temporary.
  b. permanent.
  c. loss of caretaker.
  d. punishment.

Question 2

A nurse has just completed a teaching session for parents about children's understanding of death. Parents of a 5-year-old child understood the teaching if they indicate which corresponds to their child's understanding of death?
 
  a. Loss of a caretaker
  b. Reversible and temporary
  c. Permanent
  d. Inevitable


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Infants and toddlers view death as loss of a caretaker. The preschool-age child views death as temporary. The school-age child and adolescent understand the permanence of death. The preschool-age child facing impending death may view his or her condition as punishment for behaviors or thoughts.

Answer to Question 2

B
Children in early childhood (2 to 7 years old) view death as reversible and temporary. Toddlers view death as loss of a caretaker. The school-age child and adolescent understand death is permanent. The adolescent understands death not only as permanent, but also inevitable.


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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