A parent tells the nurse they are concerned because their child is easily distracted in school, cannot complete assignments on time, and interrupts other children while they are speaking. Which response should the nurse provide the parent?
A. "This sounds like your child is depressed; depression looks different in children and is very serious."
B. "This sounds like bipolar disorder; you might want to have your child tested by a child psychiatrist."
C. "This could be attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); you might want to have your child tested."
D. "This sounds like typical 7-year-old behaviors to me; if they do not resolve, have your child tested."
Answer: C
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a. infection in the injured area c. injury to facial bones b. cerebrospinal fluid leakage d. cerebral laceration
The nurse is interviewing a new patient at the clinic who stated she had "low vision." What would the nurse determine in this interview related to the visual problem?
A) Her occupation B) Medication regimen C) Driving D) Age
When assessing a toddler, it is important to remember that:
1. Their heads are naturally larger than the rest of their body. 2. Their abdomens are usually slightly distended. 3. They have a lower fluid requirement. 4. They have small tongues in proportion to their airways.
Modify your behavior in response to the patient's behavior
Indicate whether the statement is true or false