At the conclusion of teaching parents about cerebral palsy,the nurse asks,"What is your hope for your toddler with cerebral palsy?" Which of the following replies from a parent best indicates an understanding of a realistic achievement for the child?
1. "I hope my child qualifies for theWinter Olympics like I did."
2. "I hope my child just enjoys life."
3. "I hope my child will attend ourneighborhood school."
4. "I hope my child is liked andaccepted by other children."
Answer:3
Rationale:Expecting a child with cerebral palsy to do well in the local school is a realistic hope that the child can possibly achieve. A child with cerebral palsy does not have the gross motor skills to qualify for the Olympics;thus,this is unrealistic. A hope for the child to enjoy life is realistic,but is not an achievement for the child. A hope that the child is liked and accepted by other children is realistic,but this hope is also dependent on other children.
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