At the conclusion of teaching parents about cerebral palsy, the nurse asks, "What is your hope for your toddler with cerebral palsy?" Which of the following replies from a parent best indicates an understanding of a realistic achievement for the
child? 1. "I hope my child qualifies for the Winter Olympics like I did."
2. "I hope my child just enjoys life."
3. "I hope my child will attend our neighborhood school."
4. "I hope my child is liked and accepted by other children."
3
Rationale:
1. A child with cerebral palsy does not have the gross motor skills to qualify for the Olympics; thus, this is unrealistic.
2. A hope for the child to enjoy life is realistic, and is not an achievement for the child.
3. Expecting a child with cerebral palsy to do well in the local school is a realistic hope that the child can possibly achieve.
4. A hope that the child is liked and accepted by other children is realistic, and not an achievement for this child.
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