A mother is concerned that her 3-year-old often stutters when he is speaking. What should the nurse explain to the mother about this concern?
A) "Stuttering is common in young children because they are not physically capable of forming all the sounds."
B) "Stuttering is usually indicative of a hearing loss."
C) "Difficulties with speaking generally indicate that the adults in the child's life are not reading to the child enough."
D) "Children of this age may stutter while they search for just the right word."
Ans: D
You might also like to view...
In reviewing the current delivery model, the nurse manager is aware that a demographic change that will have a significant effect on the healthcare delivery systems of the future is:
a. Changes in staffing patterns. b. Increasing reports of violence in the workplace. c. The increasing percentage of the popula-tion that will be over age 65. d. Escalations in the cost of health care.
The nurse is caring for a young woman who comes to the dermatologist's office
The patient states that she has been taking Estrostep for 6 months and has not seen any improvement in her acne, and she wants to try something more effective. What medication would the nurse expect to be added to the regimen? a. Benzoyl peroxide b. Spironolactone (Aldactone) c. Ortho Tri-Cyclen as a substitute for Estrostep d. Isotretinoin (Accutane)
Which of the following statements are common misconceptions about older adults? Select all that apply
A) It is normal for older adults to become more confused and childlike, forgetful, and lose contact with reality as they age. They become "senile." B) As older adults age, they become more different and less alike other older adults. C) Older people are very capable of learning new things. D) As age increases, older adults withdraw, become inactive, and cease being productive.
The nurse is conducting an admission interview with a psychiatric–mental health client. The nurse notes that the client has a flat affect and the client reports he has been feeling depressed. What activity is the nurse engaging in?
A) Assessment B) Planning C) Evaluation D) Data collection