Author Question: Which describe the feelings and behaviors of adolescents related to divorce? (Select all that ... (Read 53 times)

misspop · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Which describe the feelings and behaviors of adolescents related to divorce? (Select all that apply.)

a. Disturbed concept of sexuality
b. May withdraw from family and friends
c. Worry about themselves, parents, or siblings
d. Expression of anger, sadness, shame, or embarrassment
e. Engage in fantasy to seek understanding of the divorce

Question 2

The parents of a 5-year-old child ask the nurse how they can minimize misbehavior. Which responses should the nurse give? (Select all that apply.)

a. Set clear and reasonable goals.
b. Praise your child for desirable behavior.
c. Don't call attention to unacceptable behavior.
d. Teach desirable behavior through your own example.
e. Don't provide an opportunity for your child to have any control.

Qarqy · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, D
Feelings and behaviors of adolescents related to divorce include a disturbed concept of sexuality; withdrawing from family and friends; worrying about themselves, parents, and siblings; and expressions of anger, sadness, shame, and embarrassment. Engaging in fantasy to seek understanding of the divorce is a reaction by a child who has preconceptual cognitive processes, not the formal thinking processes adolescents have.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, D
To minimize misbehavior, parents should (1) set clear and reasonable rules and expect the same behavior regardless of the circumstances, (2) praise children for desirable behavior with attention and verbal approval, and (3) teach desirable behavior through their own example. Parents should call attention to unacceptable behavior as soon as it begins and provide children with opportunities for power and control.