The nurse is providing care to a pediatric client who is experiencing separation anxiety. Which data would support the documentation of the "despair" phase?
1. Lies quietly in bed.
2. Does not cry if his parents return and leave again.
3. Appears to be happy and content with staff.
4. Screams and cries when his parents leave.
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Explanation:
1. Children in the "despair" stage appear sad, depressed, or withdrawn. A child who is lying in bed might be exhibiting any of these.
2. The young child who appears to be happy and content with everyone is in the "denial" stage, as is the child who does not cry if his parents return and leave again.
3. The young child who appears to be happy and content with everyone is in the "denial" stage, as is the child who does not cry if his parents return and leave again.
4. Screaming and crying are components of the "protest" stage.
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