The nurse is caring for a child just admitted to the ...

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The nurse is caring for a child just admitted to the medical-surgical unit and notes that the patient records indicate the family's religion as Roman-Catholic.
 
  Which statements by the nurse are appropriate when considering the patient's religion while providing care? Select all that apply.
 
  A) I will add you to the list of patients for hospital clergy to visit.
  B) Is there anything I can do to help your family maintain any religious practices during your child's stay here?
  C) I am Catholic too so if you would like to pray I would be happy to pray with you.
  D) If there are any religious dietary practices that we should be aware of, please don't hesitate to let our staff know.
  E) I have several friends who are Catholic. I'm not sure I understand all of your practices but I will respect them.

Question 2

The mother of a 4-year-old is discussing discipline methods with the nurse. She states that she has never tried using time-outs with her child and wonders how and if this method works. Which responses from the nurse are appropriate?
 
  Select all that apply.
 
  A) I think time-outs are the best method of discipline for this age of child.
  B) Time-out is a way of removing positive reinforcement of an unwanted or inappropriate behavior.
  C) If you decide to try this method, be sure to use time-out in a nonthreatening, safe area where no interaction occurs with you.
  D) Time-out is a method that is recognized by many pediatricians and experts in pediatrics.
  E) I never found time-outs to work with my children, regardless of their age.

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: B, D
Asking the patient and family about ways to help maintain or follow any religious practices is appropriate because it shows caring by the nurse and allows the family to address any issues. The nurse should not make assumptions about a family's religious or spiritual affiliation. Although they may belong to a particular religion, they may not adhere to all of the beliefs or participate in all aspects of the religion, so notifying the clergy without the family requesting this would not be appropriate. In addition, the nurse should not offer personal information into this professional relationship.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B, C, D
Time-out is an extinction discipline method that is most effective with toddlers, preschoolers, and early school-aged children. Providing information so that the mother can make the decision about this method of discipline is appropriate. Giving the mother advice and personal evaluation is not appropriate.

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