The nurse is caring for a child who has been diagnosed as having an attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). What is the most important intervention for the nurse?
a. Have the child enrolled in a special education class.
b. Allay any feelings of guilt the parents may have.
c. Counsel the parents that the medications are lifelong.
d. Teach the parents to set limits.
ANS: B
It is most important to allay any feelings of guilt the parents may have.
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