Author Question: The nurse is speaking with a parent regarding their child's recent diagnosis of oppositional defiant ... (Read 41 times)

gonzo233 · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

The nurse is speaking with a parent regarding their child's recent diagnosis of oppositional defiant disorder. Which statement by the parent would cause the nurse to question the diagnosis?

A) I am so tired of arguing with my daughter all the time.
B) My son purposely does exactly the opposite of what his father tells him to do.
C) I feel so bad that my daughter intentionally hurt the neighbor's cat.
D) My daughter gets so annoyed at me when she doesn't get her way.

Question 2

The nurse is preparing an educational program on behavioral management techniques used in children to help alter negative behavior. What information should the nurse include? Select all that apply.

A) Set limits and hold the child responsible for their behavior.
B) Do not argue, bargain or negotiate about the limits once established.
C) Change caregivers occasionally so the child learns to respond to different people.
D) Use a high-pitched voice and remain calm when speaking with the child.
E) Ignore inappropriate behaviors.

sarajane1989 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
Common behaviors in oppositional defiant disorder include excessive arguing with adults, active defiance, noncompliance with adult requests or limits and easily annoyed. Physical cruelty to animals or people is associated with conduct disorder, not oppositional defiant disorder.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, B
Behavior management techniques include setting limits and holding the child responsible for his or her behavior. Not arguing, bargaining or negotiating about the limits once established. Inappropriate behaviors should be ignored. Provide consistent caregivers and establish a daily routine. Use a low-pitched, not high pitched voice and remain calm when speaking with the child.