The mother of a child newly diagnosed with mental retardation tells the nurse that her partner disagrees with the diagnosis and believes that the child is perfectly normal
The mother shares with the nurse that she finds this reaction frustrating and confusing. Which of the following would be appropriate in supporting this mother? The nurse should:
A) reassure the mother that her partner's reaction is a normal stage in the grieving process.
B) offer to speak with the partner to explain how the diagnosis was reached.
C) suggest that the couple get a second opinion about the child's condition.
D) recommend that the couple consider placing the child in foster care until they adjust to the diagnosis.
A
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