The nurse is planning care for an adolescent client who has systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Which action by the client indicates the implemented plan of care is appropriate?
A) Refusing to attend school
B) Refraining from attending any social functions
C) Discussing skin changes with the healthcare provider
D) Discussing skin changes with a good friend
Answer: D
Peer interaction is important to teens. Being able to discuss the physical changes related to SLE with a friend indicates acceptance of the change in body image. Refusing to go to school or attend social functions indicates nonacceptance of the changes to body image. Discussing changes only with healthcare personnel does not indicate the teen has adjusted to the body image changes.
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