A child is being cared for at home with modified bed rest for Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease. Which assessment finding indicates to the home health-care nurse that outcomes for a priority diagnosis have been met?
A.
The child maintains grades in school via tutoring.
B.
The family identifies effective coping strategies.
C.
Full range of motion is present in all joints.
D.
The family identifies appropriate diversionary activities.
ANS: C
All assessment findings signify positive adaptation to this disorder. However, because the child is on bedrest, the priority is to prevent complications of immobility including contractures or decreased ROM in joints.
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