The nurse is caring for a 13-year-old boy in traction prior to surgery for slipped capital femoral epiphysis, or Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease. He has been in an acute care setting for 2 weeks and will require an additional 10 days in the hospital
He is complaining that he feels isolated and is resisting further treatment. Which of the following would be the most helpful intervention?
A) "I know it is boring, but you must remain immobile for 2 more weeks."
B) "If there are no complications, you only have 2 more weeks here."
C) "Let's develop a list of books, movies, games, and friends you would like to have visit."
D) "If you resist your treatment, your condition will only get worse."
C
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