The nurse working with parents of children who stutter will hear from parents a number of beliefs, some of which are true and some of which are false or challenged by research
Which of the following beliefs is true and will be encouraged by the nurse? a. Children who stutter are not as bright as children who do not stutter.
b. A child who stutters can control the stuttering if he or she tries.
c. Stuttering is primarily an emotional disorder.
d. Stuttering is normal between the ages of 2 and 4.
D
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A Incorrect. The belief that children who stutter are not as bright as children who do not stutter is false.
B Incorrect. The belief that a child who stutters can control the stuttering if he or she tries is false.
C Incorrect. The belief that stuttering is primarily an emotional disorder is false.
D Correct. The belief that stuttering is normal between the ages of 2 and 4 is true and should be encouraged by the nurse.
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