A 10-year-old child says that she is embarrassed at school
when people find out that her 7-year-old sister only has one arm because of a car accident in which the other arm was injured and had to be amputated. Which statement would be most appropriate for the nurse to make to the child?
A) "Your sister didn't want to lose her arm; you shouldn't feel embarrassed."
B) "That must be confusing, but it's important for your sister that you support her."
C) "That must be hard. I know you love your sister; it's normal for you to feel a little embarrassed."
D) "Your sister probably feels more embarrassed than you do."
Ans: C
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