A mother of two school-age children tells the nurse that her husband has recently been deployed overseas. The mother is concerned about the children's constant interest in watching TV news coverage of military activities overseas
Which suggestion from the nurse is the most appropriate?
1. "Allow the children to watch as much television as they want. This is how they are coping with their father's absence."
2. "It will just take some time to adjust to their father's absence, then everything will return to normal."
3. "The less that you discuss this, the quicker the children will adjust to their father's absence. Try to keep them busy, and use distractions to keep their mind off of it."
4. "Spend time with your children and take cues from them about how much they want to discuss."
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: Constant viewing of the TV coverage of the war may increase the children's anxiety and fear for their father's safety. The mother should be aware that even though the children may appear to have adjusted, there may be delayed reactions or regressions in behavior. Children need to be able to discuss their feelings and concerns with an adult; otherwise, their emotional distress may increase.
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