Author Question: A new client on the children's unit has started to act out and break the unit rules. The health care ... (Read 44 times)

jasdeep_brar · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A new client on the children's unit has started to act out and break the unit rules. The health care team developed a treatment plan that included setting limits on this behavior. What is the ra-tionale for limit setting in this situation?

1. The client's behavior indicates a lack of internal control.
2. The health care team needs to maintain the position of authority.
3. The client will benefit from the extra attention from the staff.
4. The client will not be responsible for the outcomes of his or her behavior.

Question 2

A boy, age 8, was diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. From the data col-lected about the child, which statement best supports the diagnosis? The child:

1. Cries when separated from his mother or father
2. Refuses to pick up toys as instructed by his parents
3. Is fascinated with spinning and moving toys and objects
4. Is unable to concentrate long enough to complete his school work

TheDev123 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1
While an individual is unable to control him or herself, external controls should be provided to ensure safety and security. 2. The health care team is not in danger of losing its position of authority. 3. Limit setting will not provide the client with extra attention. 4. Limit setting helps the client assume responsibility for his or her own behavior.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 4
Being unable to concentrate on tasks for even short periods of time is a hallmark for ADHD. 1. This is a characteristic of separation anxiety. 2. This is an example of oppositional behavior. 3. This is a characteristic of autism.